Walt Disney Company (DIS)vsReading International Inc (RDI)
DIS
Walt Disney Company
$99.71
+0.37%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $176.10B
RDI
Reading International Inc
$1.17
-4.10%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $41.27M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walt Disney Company generates 46674% more annual revenue ($97.26B vs $207.94M). DIS leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs -8.4%. DIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DIS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
RDI
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.3%
Fair Value
$112.02
Current Price
$99.71
$12.31 discount
Margin of Safety
+82.7%
Fair Value
$6.43
Current Price
$1.17
$5.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Earnings declined 29.8%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3127.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 29.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DIS
The strongest argument for DIS centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : RDI
The strongest argument for RDI centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DIS
The primary concerns for DIS are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RDI
The primary concerns for RDI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DIS profiles as a value stock while RDI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
DIS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
RDI is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
DIS generates stronger free cash flow (4.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DIS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 28/100). RDI offers better value entry with a 82.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Walt Disney Company
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
The Walt Disney Company, commonly known as Disney, is an American diversified multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered at the Walt Disney Studios complex in Burbank, California.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Reading International, Inc., focuses on the ownership, development and operation of real estate and entertainment in the United States, Australia and New Zealand. The company is headquartered in Culver City, California.
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