Stride Inc (LRN)vsUdemy Inc (UDMY)
LRN
Stride Inc
$101.96
-1.77%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.16B
UDMY
Udemy Inc
$4.63
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $675.68M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Stride Inc generates 221% more annual revenue ($2.54B vs $789.84M). LRN leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 0.5%. LRN trades at a lower P/E of 15.3x. LRN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
LRN
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
UDMY
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.2%
Fair Value
$87.11
Current Price
$101.96
$14.85 premium
Margin of Safety
+15.4%
Fair Value
$5.46
Current Price
$4.63
$0.83 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
2.7% revenue growth
Earnings declined 4.5%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LRN
The strongest argument for LRN centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UDMY
UDMY has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : LRN
The primary concerns for LRN are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UDMY
The primary concerns for UDMY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 154.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UDMY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
LRN is growing revenue faster at 2.7% — sustainability is the question.
LRN generates stronger free cash flow (202M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LRN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 35/100). UDMY offers better value entry with a 15.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Stride Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Stride, Inc., a technology-based education company, provides its own and third-party online educational services, software systems and curricula to facilitate individualized learning for students primarily in kindergarten through grade 12 (K -12) in the United States and internationally. .
Visit Website →Udemy Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Udemy, Inc. operates a platform for teaching and learning skills in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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