Strategic Education Inc (STRA)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
STRA
Strategic Education Inc
$81.66
+0.78%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.81B
TGT
Target Corporation
$155.83
+0.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 8273% more annual revenue ($107.70B vs $1.29B). STRA leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 4.1%. STRA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
STRA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TGT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.8%
Fair Value
$273.85
Current Price
$81.66
$192.19 discount
Margin of Safety
+5.3%
Fair Value
$120.98
Current Price
$155.83
$34.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 24.8% YoY
Earnings expanding 100.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : STRA
The strongest argument for STRA centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : STRA
The primary concerns for STRA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
STRA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 66/100). 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.
Strategic Education Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Strategic Education, Inc., offers postsecondary education and non-degree programs. The company is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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