Perdoceo Education Corp (PRDO)vsTAL Education Group (TAL)
PRDO
Perdoceo Education Corp
$30.49
-3.76%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.95B
TAL
TAL Education Group
$12.00
-1.80%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TAL Education Group generates 272% more annual revenue ($3.19B vs $858.61M). TAL leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 20.6%. PRDO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. TAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
PRDO
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
TAL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PRDO.
Margin of Safety
+89.6%
Fair Value
$114.50
Current Price
$12.00
$102.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 31.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1360.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
1.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PRDO
The strongest argument for PRDO centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 25.7%. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TAL
The strongest argument for TAL centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 18.1%. Revenue growth of 31.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PRDO
The primary concerns for PRDO are Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : TAL
The primary concerns for TAL are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PRDO profiles as a value stock while TAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PRDO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
TAL is growing revenue faster at 31.9% — sustainability is the question.
TAL generates stronger free cash flow (478M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TAL scores higher overall (78/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 31.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Perdoceo Education Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Perdoceo Education Corporation provides postsecondary education to students through online, campus-based, and blended learning programs in the United States. The company is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
TAL Education Group offers K-12 afterschool tutoring services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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