Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsIDT Corporation (IDT)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$77.63
-2.67%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $27.87B
IDT
IDT Corporation
$82.80
-0.30%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $2.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baidu Inc generates 9709% more annual revenue ($127.31B vs $1.30B). IDT leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs -2.9%. BIDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. IDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BIDU
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
IDT
Buy62
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Earnings expanding 30.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.2%
Earnings declined 73.8%
6.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.70 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 Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : IDT
The primary concerns for IDT are Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BIDU profiles as a turnaround stock while IDT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BIDU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
IDT is growing revenue faster at 7.1% — sustainability is the question.
IDT generates stronger free cash flow (38M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IDT scores higher overall (62/100 vs 47/100). 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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