Charter Communications Inc (CHTR)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
CHTR
Charter Communications Inc
$145.77
+3.71%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $19.64B
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 720% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $54.40B). GOOG leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs 9.1%. CHTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
CHTR
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.9%
Fair Value
$559.47
Current Price
$145.77
$413.70 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
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
Revenue declined 1.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHTR
The strongest argument for CHTR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.86 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 54.8% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 24.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CHTR
The primary concerns for CHTR are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHTR profiles as a value stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.2% — sustainability is the question.
CHTR generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CHTR scores higher overall (75/100 vs 75/100). GOOG offers better value entry with a 29.4% margin of safety. 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.
Charter Communications Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Charter Communications, Inc., is an American telecommunications and mass media company with services branded as Charter Spectrum.
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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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