AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc (AMC)vsLive Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)
AMC
AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc
$0.98
-4.79%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $571.91M
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$148.85
-3.46%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $34.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Nation Entertainment Inc generates 420% more annual revenue ($25.20B vs $4.85B). LYV leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs -13.0%. AMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. LYV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
AMC
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
LYV
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 3.4%
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 128.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMC
PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMC
The primary concerns for AMC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMC profiles as a turnaround stock while LYV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.00 — expect wider price swings.
LYV is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
AMC generates stronger free cash flow (43M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LYV scores higher overall (47/100 vs 45/100) and 11.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., involved in the theatrical business. The company is headquartered in Leawood, Kansas.
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
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