Comcast Corp (CMCSA)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
CMCSA
Comcast Corp
$25.40
-3.20%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $93.74B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$420.12
-2.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $126.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Comcast Corp generates 696% more annual revenue ($125.28B vs $15.73B). SPGI leads profitability with a 30.4% profit margin vs 15.0%. SPGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. SPGI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
CMCSA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SPGI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.5%
Fair Value
$106.51
Current Price
$25.40
$81.11 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SPGI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 32.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMCSA
The strongest argument for CMCSA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.4% and operating margin at 44.3%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMCSA
The primary concerns for CMCSA are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMCSA profiles as a value stock while SPGI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPGI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
SPGI is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
CMCSA generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPGI scores higher overall (71/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 30.4% margins and 10.4% revenue growth. CMCSA offers better value entry with a 69.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Comcast Corp
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Comcast Corporation is an American telecommunications conglomerate headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is the second-largest broadcasting and cable television company in the world by revenue (behind AT&T), the largest pay-TV company, the largest cable TV company and largest home Internet service provider in the United States, and the nation's third-largest home telephone service provider. Comcast provides services to U.S. residential and commercial customers in 40 states and in the District of Columbia. As the parent company of the international media company NBCUniversal since 2011, Comcast is a producer of feature films and television programs intended for theatrical exhibition and over-the-air and cable television broadcast, respectively.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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