Sezzle [SEZL] vs SLM [SLM] Detailed Stock Comparison
Sezzle
NASDAQ
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SLM
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Sezzle wins in 10 metrics, SLM wins in 6 metrics, with 0 ties. Sezzle appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Sezzle | SLM | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 31.25 | 14.72 | SLM |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 23.96 | 2.98 | SLM |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 100.76 | 269.94 | Sezzle |
| PEG Ratio | -4.97 | -0.21 | Sezzle |
| EV/EBITDA | 15.00 | N/A | N/A |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 28.13% | 36.64% | SLM |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 57.48% | 34.38% | Sezzle |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 57.48% | 34.38% | Sezzle |
| Return on Equity | 115.76% | 18.99% | Sezzle |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 46.87% | 1.51% | Sezzle |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $39.44M | $-329.40M | Sezzle |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.92% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 316.74% | 39.72% | Sezzle |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 8.41 | 5.24 | SLM |
| Enterprise Value | $3.17B | $8.84B | SLM |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 8.52 | 7.33 | SLM |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 73.74% | N/A | N/A |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $11 | $6 | Sezzle |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.94 | $2.06 | Sezzle |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | N/A | 1.14 | N/A |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Sezzle vs SLM Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sezzle | -4.70% | -0.33% | -34.66% | -10.03% | 61.19% | -67.43% |
| SLM | -1.24% | -7.09% | -7.55% | -10.50% | -7.01% | 10.60% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sezzle | 316.74% | 9.58% | 9.58% | 9.58% | 9.58% | 9.58% |
| SLM | 39.72% | 103.84% | 288.82% | 254.22% | 652.49% | 71.19% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Sezzle vs SLM
| Metric | SEZL | SLM |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $3.13B | $6.32B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,789,320 | 2,007,250 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 1,246,920 | 2,226,057 |
| Last Close | $88.85 | $30.25 |
| 52 Week Range | $19.89 - $186.74 | $19.64 - $34.97 |
| % from 52W High | -52.42% | -13.50% |
| All-Time High | $186.74 (Jul 08, 2025) | $34.97 (Jul 08, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -52.42% | -13.50% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.76% | -0.49% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.07% | -0.72% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.28% | 0.37% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.57% | 0.34% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 1.16% | 0.19% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 100.76 | 269.94 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $3.83 | $10.19 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $2.61 | $19.87 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $29.20M | $-393,662,016 |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $35.44M | $590.03M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.92% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.63 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Sezzle vs SLM
| Metric | SEZL | SLM |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 31.25 | 14.72 |
| Forward P/E | 7.41 | 10.11 |
| PEG Ratio | -4.97 | -0.21 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 8.41 | 5.24 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 23.96 | 2.98 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $3.13B | $6.32B |
| Enterprise Value | $3.17B | $8.84B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 8.52 | 7.33 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 15.00 | N/A |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | N/A | 1.14 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $3.83 | $10.19 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Sezzle vs SLM
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SEZL | SLM |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $98.70M | $403.60M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $25.92M | N/A |
| Gross Profit | $72.78M | N/A |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $36.09M | N/A |
| EBITDA | $36.50M | N/A |
| Pre-Tax Income | $32.67M | $87.63M |
| Income Tax | $5.07M | $16.36M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $27.60M | $71.27M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SEZL | SLM |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $88.89M | $3.70B |
| Total Current Assets | $265.95M | N/A |
| Total Current Liabilities | $101.60M | N/A |
| Long-Term Debt | $70.68M | $6.15B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $125.76M | $2.40B |
| Retained Earnings | $-53.61M | $4.39B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $768,000 | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SEZL | SLM |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $40.93M | $16.04M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-27,000 | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $58.53M | $-146.05M |
| Debt Repayment | $-49.20M | $-788.84M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-2.44M | $-29.70M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | SEZL | SLM |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 2.88M | 8.78M |
| Short Ratio | 2.92 | 3.82 |
| Short % of Float | 0.16% | 0.05% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,789,320 | 2,007,250 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 1,246,920 | 2,226,057 |
| Shares Outstanding | 33.74M | 210.38M |
| Float Shares | 17.46M | 206.28M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.52% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.32% | 1.08% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Sezzle vs SLM
| Metric | SEZL | SLM |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.63 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.92% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $0.50 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.58% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $1.51 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Sep 04, 2025 |