Estee Lauder Companies Inc (EL)vsTAL Education Group (TAL)
EL
Estee Lauder Companies Inc
$83.49
+0.71%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $32.45B
TAL
TAL Education Group
$9.56
-1.65%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Estee Lauder Companies Inc generates 393% more annual revenue ($14.83B vs $3.01B). TAL leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs -1.7%. EL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. TAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
EL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
TAL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.5%
Fair Value
$149.43
Current Price
$83.49
$65.94 discount
Margin of Safety
+87.9%
Fair Value
$98.36
Current Price
$9.56
$88.80 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 31.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 536.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EL
PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TAL
The strongest argument for TAL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 9.0%. Revenue growth of 31.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EL
The primary concerns for EL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TAL
The primary concerns for TAL are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EL profiles as a turnaround stock while TAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
TAL is growing revenue faster at 31.5% — sustainability is the question.
TAL generates stronger free cash flow (816M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TAL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins and 31.5% revenue growth. EL offers better value entry with a 29.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Estee Lauder Companies Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of prestige skincare, makeup, fragrance and hair care products, based in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. The company owns a diverse portfolio of brands, distributed internationally through both digital commerce and retail channels.
Visit Website →TAL Education Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
TAL Education Group offers K-12 afterschool tutoring services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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