The Home Depot Inc (HD)vsSES AI Corp (SES)
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$308.74
+1.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $304.98B
SES
SES AI Corp
$0.53
+0.13%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $196.86M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 720933% more annual revenue ($169.18B vs $23.46M). HD leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs -289.6%. HD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
HD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SES
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.8%
Fair Value
$217.78
Current Price
$308.74
$90.96 premium
Margin of Safety
+89.9%
Fair Value
$18.15
Current Price
$0.53
$17.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 86 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 43.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 18.5x book value
4.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -35.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : SES
The strongest argument for SES centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 43.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SES
The primary concerns for SES are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD profiles as a value stock while SES is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SES carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
SES is growing revenue faster at 43.8% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 31/100). SES offers better value entry with a 89.9% margin of safety. 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.
The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
SES AI Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Synthesis Energy Systems, Inc., an energy company, is dedicated to licensing and commercializing SES gasification technology for synthesis gas production in China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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