Royal Bank of Canada (RY)vsLendingtree Inc (TREE)
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$194.04
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $277.29B
TREE
Lendingtree Inc
$36.02
-5.73%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $491.84M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 5354% more annual revenue ($65.72B vs $1.20B). RY leads profitability with a 33.7% profit margin vs 15.0%. RY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.53. TREE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
RY
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
TREE
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.1% revenue growth
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.7% and operating margin at 45.3%. Revenue growth of 16.1% 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 : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
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.
TREE is growing revenue faster at 36.5% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (37.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TREE scores higher overall (76/100 vs 70/100) and 36.5% 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.
Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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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