InterContinental Hotels Group PLC ADR (IHG)vsSea Ltd (SE)
IHG
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC ADR
$162.15
+1.02%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.79B
SE
Sea Ltd
$86.56
-6.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $57.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sea Ltd generates 386% more annual revenue ($25.19B vs $5.19B). IHG leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 6.4%. SE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. SE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
IHG
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
SE
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.6%
Fair Value
$79.39
Current Price
$162.15
$82.76 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Revenue surging 46.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.7% revenue growth
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 : IHG
The strongest argument for IHG centers on Debt/Equity, Operating Margin.
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 : IHG
The primary concerns for IHG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IHG profiles as a value 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 43/100) 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.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC owns, manages, franchises, and leases hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Greater China. The company is headquartered in Denham, the United Kingdom.
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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