Cooper Stnd (CPS)vsMercadoLibre Inc. (MELI)
CPS
Cooper Stnd
$30.12
+3.86%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $571.54M
MELI
MercadoLibre Inc.
$1,792.63
+1.45%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $90.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MercadoLibre Inc. generates 954% more annual revenue ($28.89B vs $2.74B). MELI leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs -0.1%. MELI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. MELI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CPS
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
MELI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$65.59
Current Price
$30.12
$35.47 discount
Margin of Safety
+59.5%
Fair Value
$4981.85
Current Price
$1792.63
$3189.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Revenue surging 44.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.7%
Trading at 13.5x book value
6.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPS
CPS has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : MELI
The strongest argument for MELI centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 44.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CPS
The primary concerns for CPS are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : MELI
The primary concerns for MELI are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 45.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPS profiles as a turnaround stock while MELI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.00 — expect wider price swings.
MELI is growing revenue faster at 44.6% — sustainability is the question.
MELI generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MELI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 39/100) and 44.6% revenue growth. CPS offers better value entry with a 45.4% margin of safety. 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.
Cooper Stnd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc., through its subsidiary Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc., designs, manufactures and sells sealing, fuel supply and brake and fluid transfer systems worldwide. The company is headquartered in Northville, Michigan.
MercadoLibre Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
MercadoLibre, Inc. operates online trading platforms in Latin America. The company is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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