Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsAlphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$111.11
+3.38%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $35.59B
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$356.13
+6.73%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.17T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 228% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $128.70B). GOOGL leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 1.0%. BIDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
BIDU
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
GOOGL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BIDU.
Margin of Safety
+46.8%
Fair Value
$627.15
Current Price
$356.13
$271.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Earnings expanding 82.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.4% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.2%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.0x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GOOGL
The strongest argument for GOOGL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.9% and operating margin at 36.1%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BIDU
The primary concerns for BIDU are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BIDU profiles as a value stock while GOOGL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
BIDU generates stronger free cash flow (-3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (76/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Baidu Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · China
Baidu, Inc. provides Internet search services primarily in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
Alphabet Inc Class A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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