Lithia Motors Inc (LAD)vsSea Ltd (SE)
LAD
Lithia Motors Inc
$340.95
+2.07%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $7.65B
SE
Sea Ltd
$100.00
+0.50%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $66.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lithia Motors Inc generates 50% more annual revenue ($37.73B vs $25.19B). SE leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 1.9%. LAD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. LAD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
LAD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
SE
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.4%
Fair Value
$349.85
Current Price
$340.95
$8.90 discount
Margin of Safety
+52.3%
Fair Value
$240.26
Current Price
$100.00
$140.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
1.0% revenue growth
1.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.1% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.4% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LAD
The strongest argument for LAD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.75 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.
Bear Case : LAD
The primary concerns for LAD are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LAD profiles as a value stock while SE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 46.6% — sustainability is the question.
SE generates stronger free cash flow (919M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LAD scores higher overall (55/100 vs 52/100). SE offers better value entry with a 52.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Lithia Motors Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Lithia Motors, Inc. is an automobile retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Medford, Oregon.
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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