Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc (CCO)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
CCO
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc
$2.38
+0.21%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.21B
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$335.45
+1.53%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.10T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 26455% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $1.68B). GOOG leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs -6.3%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
CCO
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.0%
Fair Value
$3.76
Current Price
$2.38
$1.38 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.4%
Fair Value
$474.89
Current Price
$335.45
$139.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.4%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Earnings expanding 294.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 75.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCO
The strongest argument for CCO centers on Debt/Equity, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 54.8% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 24.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CCO
The primary concerns for CCO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCO profiles as a turnaround stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.96 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.2% — sustainability is the question.
CCO generates stronger free cash flow (13M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (75/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 24.2% revenue growth. CCO offers better value entry with a 37.0% margin of safety. 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.
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. owns, operates and sells advertising displays in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
Alphabet Inc Class C
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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