Curiositystream Inc. (CURI)vsNexstar Broadcasting Group Inc (NXST)
CURI
Curiositystream Inc.
$2.56
-7.25%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $169.71M
NXST
Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc
$179.86
-3.05%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $5.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc generates 7635% more annual revenue ($5.88B vs $75.96M). NXST leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs 0.0%. NXST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CURI
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
NXST
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.5%
Fair Value
$6.30
Current Price
$2.56
$3.74 discount
Margin of Safety
-19.4%
Fair Value
$201.38
Current Price
$179.86
$21.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Earnings expanding 1400.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 22.3% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 62.2% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.2%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
ROE of -22.1% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.2% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CURI
The strongest argument for CURI centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 22.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NXST
The strongest argument for NXST centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 62.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CURI
The primary concerns for CURI are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Thin 0.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NXST
The primary concerns for NXST are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 5.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CURI profiles as a growth stock while NXST is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CURI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
NXST is growing revenue faster at 62.2% — sustainability is the question.
NXST generates stronger free cash flow (253M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NXST scores higher overall (72/100 vs 50/100) and 62.2% revenue growth. CURI offers better value entry with a 49.5% 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.
Curiositystream Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
CuriosityStream Inc. is a fact streaming service and media company. The company is headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Visit Website →Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., a broadcast television and digital media company, focuses on the acquisition, development and operation of television stations and interactive community websites and digital media services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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