Mastech Holdings Inc (MHH)vsTriNet Group Inc (TNET)
MHH
Mastech Holdings Inc
$7.47
+0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $88.29M
TNET
TriNet Group Inc
$66.01
-0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TriNet Group Inc generates 2635% more annual revenue ($4.83B vs $176.49M). TNET leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs 1.2%. MHH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. TNET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
MHH
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TNET
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.5%
Fair Value
$8.98
Current Price
$7.47
$1.51 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.8%
Fair Value
$64.45
Current Price
$66.01
$1.56 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 281.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 192 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 49.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
3.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 36.7x book value
Revenue declined 4.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MHH
The strongest argument for MHH centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.51 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TNET
The strongest argument for TNET centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MHH
The primary concerns for MHH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 43.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TNET
The primary concerns for TNET are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 7.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TNET carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
TNET is growing revenue faster at -4.4% — sustainability is the question.
TNET generates stronger free cash flow (85M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TNET scores higher overall (54/100 vs 53/100). MHH offers better value entry with a 23.5% 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.
Mastech Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES · USA
Mastech Digital, Inc. provides digital transformation IT services to large, medium, and small businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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INDUSTRIALS · STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES · USA
TriNet Group, Inc. provides Human Resources (HR) solutions for small and medium-sized businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dublin, California.
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