New Oriental Education & Technology (EDU)vsUdemy Inc (UDMY)
EDU
New Oriental Education & Technology
$56.49
+2.17%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $9.22B
UDMY
Udemy Inc
$4.64
+3.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $652.94M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
New Oriental Education & Technology generates 551% more annual revenue ($5.14B vs $789.84M). EDU leads profitability with a 7.4% profit margin vs 0.5%. EDU trades at a lower P/E of 23.0x. EDU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
EDU
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
UDMY
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.5%
Fair Value
$112.32
Current Price
$56.49
$55.83 discount
Margin of Safety
-2210.0%
Fair Value
$0.20
Current Price
$4.64
$4.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 45.9% YoY
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
7.4% margin — thin
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EDU
The strongest argument for EDU centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UDMY
UDMY has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : EDU
The primary concerns for EDU are Profit Margin.
Bear Case : UDMY
The primary concerns for UDMY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 149.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UDMY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
EDU is growing revenue faster at 14.7% — sustainability is the question.
EDU generates stronger free cash flow (516M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EDU scores higher overall (62/100 vs 35/100) and 14.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
New Oriental Education & Technology
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. provides private educational services under the New Oriental brand in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
Udemy Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Udemy, Inc. operates a platform for teaching and learning skills in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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