Genuine Parts Co (GPC)vsSea Ltd (SE)
GPC
Genuine Parts Co
$105.02
-0.25%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $14.61B
SE
Sea Ltd
$78.16
-2.13%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $46.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Genuine Parts Co generates 6% more annual revenue ($24.30B vs $22.94B). SE leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 0.3%. SE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. SE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
GPC
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4564.4%
Fair Value
$3.20
Current Price
$105.02
$101.82 premium
Margin of Safety
+2.9%
Fair Value
$117.94
Current Price
$78.16
$39.78 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPC
PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GPC
The primary concerns for GPC are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 223.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPC profiles as a value stock while SE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
SE generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 48/100) and 38.4% revenue growth. 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.
Genuine Parts Co
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) is an American service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive replacement parts, industrial replacement parts, office products and electrical/electronic materials.
Visit Website →Sea Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Sea Limited is engaged in the digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services businesses in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the rest of Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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