Franco-Nevada Corporation (FNV)vsLive Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)
FNV
Franco-Nevada Corporation
$233.67
+1.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $44.52B
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$154.92
+1.45%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $35.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Nation Entertainment Inc generates 1297% more annual revenue ($25.20B vs $1.80B). FNV leads profitability with a 61.6% profit margin vs 2.0%. LYV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.47. FNV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
FNV
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
LYV
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.0%
Fair Value
$274.25
Current Price
$233.67
$40.58 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYV.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 62 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 76.1%
Revenue surging 85.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 133.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FNV
The strongest argument for FNV centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 61.6% and operating margin at 76.1%. Revenue growth of 85.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FNV
The primary concerns for FNV are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FNV profiles as a growth stock while LYV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
FNV is growing revenue faster at 85.8% — sustainability is the question.
LYV generates stronger free cash flow (-406M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FNV scores higher overall (68/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 61.6% margins and 85.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Franco-Nevada Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Franco-Nevada Corporation is a gold-focused royalty and flow company in the United States, Latin America, Canada, Australia, Europe and Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Visit Website →Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
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