Dolby Laboratories (DLB)vsThomson Reuters Corporation Common Shares (TRI)
DLB
Dolby Laboratories
$64.48
+2.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.84B
TRI
Thomson Reuters Corporation Common Shares
$97.35
+1.71%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $45.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Thomson Reuters Corporation Common Shares generates 478% more annual revenue ($7.83B vs $1.35B). TRI leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 16.7%. TRI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. TRI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DLB
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
TRI
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.1%
Fair Value
$106.46
Current Price
$64.48
$41.98 discount
Margin of Safety
-47.1%
Fair Value
$60.64
Current Price
$97.35
$36.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Earnings expanding 47.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DLB
The strongest argument for DLB centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 12.6%.
Bull Case : TRI
The strongest argument for TRI centers on Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 28.3%.
Bear Case : DLB
The primary concerns for DLB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TRI
The primary concerns for TRI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLB profiles as a declining stock while TRI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DLB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
TRI is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
TRI generates stronger free cash flow (722M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRI scores higher overall (63/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. DLB offers better value entry with a 35.1% margin of safety. 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.
Thomson Reuters Corporation Common Shares
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Thomson Reuters Corporation provides business information services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.
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