BCE Inc (BCE)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
BCE
BCE Inc
$23.26
-1.02%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $21.91B
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$381.94
+9.97%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.20T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 1546% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $24.47B). GOOG leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 26.4%. BCE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. BCE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
BCE
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+38.0%
Fair Value
$41.39
Current Price
$23.26
$18.13 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
$384.28
Current Price
$381.94
$2.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 26.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.6%
Generating 24.6B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 0.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BCE
The strongest argument for BCE centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.4% and operating margin at 19.5%. PEG of 0.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BCE
The primary concerns for BCE are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BCE profiles as a declining stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (24.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BCE scores higher overall (78/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 26.4% margins. 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.
BCE Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
BCE Inc., a telecommunications and media company, provides wireless, wireline, Internet and television (TV) services to residential, commercial and wholesale customers in Canada. The company is headquartered in Verdun, Canada.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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