Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsIDT Corporation (IDT)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$103.99
-9.75%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $38.03B
IDT
IDT Corporation
$55.92
+0.92%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baidu Inc generates 9990% more annual revenue ($128.70B vs $1.28B). IDT leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 1.0%. BIDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. IDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
BIDU
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
IDT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.2%
4.5% revenue growth
1.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.4% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : IDT
The strongest argument for IDT centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : IDT
The primary concerns for IDT are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IDT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
IDT is growing revenue faster at 4.5% — sustainability is the question.
BIDU generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
IDT scores higher overall (53/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Baidu Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · China
Baidu, Inc. provides Internet search services primarily in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
IDT Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
IDT Corporation operates in the communications and payments industries in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
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