Bally's Corp (BALY)vsBoyd Gaming Corporation (BYD)
BALY
Bally's Corp
$11.60
-4.21%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $591.91M
BYD
Boyd Gaming Corporation
$84.87
+0.47%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Boyd Gaming Corporation generates 64% more annual revenue ($4.09B vs $2.49B). BYD leads profitability with a 45.1% profit margin vs -17.4%. BYD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BALY
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
BYD
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BALY.
Margin of Safety
+45.6%
Fair Value
$153.41
Current Price
$84.87
$68.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 107.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 88 in profit
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.7%
ROE of -115.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 6.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BALY
The strongest argument for BALY centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : BYD
The strongest argument for BYD centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.1% and operating margin at 20.8%.
Bear Case : BALY
The primary concerns for BALY are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : BYD
The primary concerns for BYD are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BALY profiles as a turnaround stock while BYD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BALY carries more volatility with a beta of 2.05 — expect wider price swings.
BALY is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
BYD generates stronger free cash flow (127M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BYD scores higher overall (62/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 45.1% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Bally's Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Bally's Corporation owns and operates racing and gaming facilities in the United States.
Boyd Gaming Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Boyd Gaming Corporation is a multi-jurisdictional gaming company. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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