Sunlands Technology Group (STG)vsTAL Education Group (TAL)
STG
Sunlands Technology Group
$2.96
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $36.40M
TAL
TAL Education Group
$11.81
+2.70%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TAL Education Group generates 73% more annual revenue ($3.19B vs $1.84B). TAL leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 17.6%. STG trades at a lower P/E of 0.8x. TAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
STG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TAL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STG.
Margin of Safety
+89.7%
Fair Value
$114.94
Current Price
$11.81
$103.13 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 20.5%
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 24.6%
Earnings declined 32.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : STG
The strongest argument for STG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 20.5%.
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 : STG
The primary concerns for STG are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TAL
The primary concerns for TAL are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STG profiles as a declining stock while TAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — 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 58/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 31.9% 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.
Sunlands Technology Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
Sunlands Technology Group, provides online education services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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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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