Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS)vsStudio City International Holdings Ltd (MSC)
LVS
Las Vegas Sands Corp
$42.83
+0.54%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $28.74B
MSC
Studio City International Holdings Ltd
$1.77
+7.60%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $337.03M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Las Vegas Sands Corp generates 1905% more annual revenue ($13.72B vs $684.08M). LVS leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -7.6%. LVS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
LVS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
MSC
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+38.7%
Fair Value
$94.18
Current Price
$42.83
$51.35 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MSC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 302 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1325.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 47.6x book value
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 19.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 13.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LVS
The strongest argument for LVS centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.95 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MSC
The strongest argument for MSC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LVS
The primary concerns for LVS are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 26.27 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MSC
The primary concerns for MSC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.10 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LVS profiles as a declining stock while MSC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LVS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
LVS is growing revenue faster at -0.7% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
LVS scores higher overall (53/100 vs 44/100). 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.
Las Vegas Sands Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Las Vegas Sands Corporation is an American casino and resort company based in Paradise, Nevada, United States. Its resorts feature accommodations, gambling and entertainment, convention and exhibition facilities, restaurants and clubs, as well as an art and science museum in Singapore.
Visit Website →Studio City International Holdings Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Studio City International Holdings Limited operates a gaming, retail and entertainment complex in Cotai, Macau.
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