Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H)vsSea Ltd (SE)
H
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
$193.06
+2.08%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $18.77B
SE
Sea Ltd
$86.56
-6.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $57.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sea Ltd generates 632% more annual revenue ($25.19B vs $3.44B). SE leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs -1.0%. H appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. SE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
H
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SE
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-47.8%
Fair Value
$114.13
Current Price
$193.06
$78.93 premium
Margin of Safety
+53.1%
Fair Value
$243.96
Current Price
$86.56
$157.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 110.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 46.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -1.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.1% earnings growth
6.4% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : H
The strongest argument for H centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 46.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : H
The primary concerns for H are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
H profiles as a turnaround stock while SE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 46.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor LODGING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SE scores higher overall (58/100 vs 48/100) and 46.6% revenue growth. 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.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is a hotel company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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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