Dolby Laboratories (DLB)vsGlobal Payments Inc (GPN)
DLB
Dolby Laboratories
$58.64
-0.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.60B
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$70.77
-0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Global Payments Inc generates 476% more annual revenue ($7.71B vs $1.34B). GPN leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 18.0%. GPN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.20. GPN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DLB
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
GPN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-311.3%
Fair Value
$16.80
Current Price
$58.64
$41.84 premium
Margin of Safety
-139.8%
Fair Value
$30.12
Current Price
$70.77
$40.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.9%
Earnings declined 21.4%
0.0% revenue growth
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 59.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DLB
The strongest argument for DLB centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.0% and operating margin at 20.9%.
Bull Case : GPN
The strongest argument for GPN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 27.9%. PEG of 0.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DLB
The primary concerns for DLB are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GPN
The primary concerns for GPN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLB profiles as a declining stock while GPN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DLB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
GPN is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
GPN generates stronger free cash flow (347M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins. Both earn "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.
Dolby Laboratories
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. creates imaging and audio technologies that transform entertainment and communications in the theater, home, work, and mobile devices. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Global Payments Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Global Payments Inc. is an American company providing financial technology services globally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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