Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$112.18
-9.75%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $38.03B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$17.33
-5.14%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $8.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baidu Inc generates 4235% more annual revenue ($128.70B vs $2.97B). TTD leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 1.0%. BIDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BIDU
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
TTD
Buy56
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 20.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.84 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 : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TTD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
BIDU generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100) and 11.8% revenue growth. 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.
Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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