Banco Santander SA ADR (SAN)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
SAN
Banco Santander SA ADR
$12.28
+0.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $175.40B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$23.08
-1.75%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $11.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Banco Santander SA ADR generates 1536% more annual revenue ($47.37B vs $2.90B). SAN leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 15.3%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
SAN
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
TTD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
Earnings expanding 67.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SAN
The strongest argument for SAN centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 43.3%.
Bull Case : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SAN
The primary concerns for SAN are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SAN profiles as a value stock while TTD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TTD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 14.3% 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.
Banco Santander SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Santander, SA, offers various commercial and retail banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and large companies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain.
Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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