Dmc Global Inc (BOOM)vsGraham Holdings Co (GHC)
BOOM
Dmc Global Inc
$7.73
+44.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $110.31M
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,162.04
-0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 763% more annual revenue ($5.07B vs $587.61M). GHC leads profitability with a 10.7% profit margin vs -3.4%. BOOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.49. GHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BOOM
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
GHC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BOOM.
Margin of Safety
-24.0%
Fair Value
$894.37
Current Price
$1162.04
$267.67 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 676.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
0.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.5%
ROE of -10.8% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BOOM
The strongest argument for BOOM centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BOOM
The primary concerns for BOOM are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BOOM profiles as a turnaround stock while GHC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BOOM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — expect wider price swings.
GHC is growing revenue faster at 7.1% — sustainability is the question.
GHC generates stronger free cash flow (33M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GHC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 48/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Dmc Global Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
DMC Global Inc. offers a suite of technical products for the global energy, industrial and infrastructure markets. The company is headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado.
Graham Holdings Co
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Graham Holdings Company is a diversified global media and education company. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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