BRC Group Holdings, Inc. (RILY)vsLendingtree Inc (TREE)
RILY
BRC Group Holdings, Inc.
$9.15
-3.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $308.93M
TREE
Lendingtree Inc
$36.02
-5.73%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $491.84M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lendingtree Inc generates 15% more annual revenue ($1.20B vs $1.05B). RILY leads profitability with a 50.8% profit margin vs 15.0%. RILY trades at a lower P/E of 0.6x. TREE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
RILY
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TREE
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 51 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.2%
Revenue surging 113.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 11633.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Revenue surging 36.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1747.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3385.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RILY
The strongest argument for RILY centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 50.8% and operating margin at 40.2%. Revenue growth of 113.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TREE
The strongest argument for TREE centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 36.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RILY
The primary concerns for RILY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 17.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TREE
The primary concerns for TREE are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TREE carries more volatility with a beta of 2.05 — expect wider price swings.
RILY is growing revenue faster at 113.4% — sustainability is the question.
RILY generates stronger free cash flow (223M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FINANCIAL CONGLOMERATES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TREE scores higher overall (76/100 vs 64/100) and 36.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
BRC Group Holdings, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL CONGLOMERATES · USA
B. Riley Financial, Inc. provides collaborative financial services and solutions in North America, Australia and Europe. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Lendingtree Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL CONGLOMERATES · USA
LendingTree, Inc., through its subsidiary, LT Intermediate Company, LLC, operates an online consumer platform in the United States. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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