Versus Systems (NASDAQ:VS – Get Free Report) and SMC Entertainment (OTCMKTS:SMCE – Get Free Report) are both small-cap computer and technology companies, but which is the superior stock? We will contrast the two businesses based on the strength of their valuation, institutional ownership, risk, dividends, earnings, profitability and analyst recommendations.
Profitability
This table compares Versus Systems and SMC Entertainment’s net margins, return on equity and return on assets.
| Net Margins | Return on Equity | Return on Assets | |
| Versus Systems | -9,635.29% | -330.10% | -313.75% |
| SMC Entertainment | N/A | N/A | -5,893.58% |
Insider and Institutional Ownership
60.7% of Versus Systems shares are owned by institutional investors. 20.1% of Versus Systems shares are owned by company insiders. Comparatively, 41.2% of SMC Entertainment shares are owned by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, endowments and hedge funds believe a company will outperform the market over the long term.
Analyst Recommendations
| Sell Ratings | Hold Ratings | Buy Ratings | Strong Buy Ratings | Rating Score | |
| Versus Systems | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2.00 |
| SMC Entertainment | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Versus Systems presently has a consensus price target of $2.00, indicating a potential downside of 2.44%. Given Versus Systems’ stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, equities analysts clearly believe Versus Systems is more favorable than SMC Entertainment.
Risk & Volatility
Versus Systems has a beta of 1.64, suggesting that its stock price is 64% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, SMC Entertainment has a beta of 0.45, suggesting that its stock price is 55% less volatile than the S&P 500.
Valuation and Earnings
This table compares Versus Systems and SMC Entertainment”s revenue, earnings per share (EPS) and valuation.
| Gross Revenue | Price/Sales Ratio | Net Income | Earnings Per Share | Price/Earnings Ratio | |
| Versus Systems | $270,000.00 | 20.88 | -$10.51 million | N/A | N/A |
| SMC Entertainment | N/A | N/A | -$1.56 million | ($0.01) | -0.23 |
SMC Entertainment has lower revenue, but higher earnings than Versus Systems.
Summary
Versus Systems beats SMC Entertainment on 6 of the 10 factors compared between the two stocks.
About Versus Systems
Versus Systems Inc. develops and operates a business-to-business software platform in the United States and Canada. The company offers eXtreme Engagement Online platform that is designed primarily for in-venue main-board work in stadiums and arenas; Filter Fan Cam (FFC) platform, an augmented reality filtering tool that can be used for mobile and in-venue applications; and Winfinite, which allows brands, media companies, and advertising agencies to reach out to customers directly on their mobile devices. It also offers business-to-business software platform that allows video game publishers, developers, and other interactive media content creators in-game prizing and rewards based on the completion of in-content challenges. In addition, the company provides XEO technology platform that offers online audience engagement. It primarily sells its access to platform and service offerings through its direct sales organization. Versus Systems Inc. is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
About SMC Entertainment
SMC Entertainment, Inc. focuses on the acquisition and support of financial technology companies in the United States. The company develops and provides technology that combines artificial intelligence (AI) /machine learning (ML) driven Quantitative investing (IQ Engine) with AI-enabled wealth management tools; and offers IQ Engine, an AI driven contextual analyzer that creates a repository of various equity research. It markets a software-as-a-service (SaaS) proprietary platform for certified public accountants, financial institutions, and registered investment advisors. The company was formerly known as SMC Recordings, Inc. and changed its name to SMC Entertainment, Inc. in May 2011. SMC Entertainment, Inc. was incorporated in 1998 and is based in Boca Raton, Florida.
Receive News & Ratings for Versus Systems Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Versus Systems and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
