Doubledown Interactive Co Ltd (DDI)vsSohu.Com Inc (SOHU)
DDI
Doubledown Interactive Co Ltd
$11.60
+4.32%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $574.82M
SOHU
Sohu.Com Inc
$15.69
-0.70%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $472.03M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sohu.Com Inc generates 62% more annual revenue ($584.33M vs $359.94M). SOHU leads profitability with a 67.4% profit margin vs 28.5%. SOHU trades at a lower P/E of 1.1x. DDI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
DDI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
SOHU
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.9%
Fair Value
$11.56
Current Price
$11.60
$0.04 discount
Margin of Safety
+71.1%
Fair Value
$56.71
Current Price
$15.69
$41.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.6%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.9% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 67 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 32.5%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 75.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DDI
The strongest argument for DDI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.5% and operating margin at 39.6%. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SOHU
The strongest argument for SOHU centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 67.4% and operating margin at -20.4%.
Bear Case : DDI
The primary concerns for DDI are Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SOHU
The primary concerns for SOHU are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DDI profiles as a growth stock while SOHU is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DDI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
DDI is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
DDI generates stronger free cash flow (42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DDI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 28.5% margins and 16.9% revenue growth. SOHU offers better value entry with a 71.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Doubledown Interactive Co Ltd
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA · USA
DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. is engaged in the development and publication of digital games on mobile and web-based platforms for casual gamers in South Korea. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
Sohu.Com Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA · China
Sohu.com Limited provides online media, games and search products and services on PC and mobile devices in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
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