Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsMatthews International Corporation (MATW)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,159.75
-0.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.78B
MATW
Matthews International Corporation
$20.10
+0.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $659.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 357% more annual revenue ($5.07B vs $1.11B). GHC leads profitability with a 10.7% profit margin vs -2.6%. MATW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. GHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
GHC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
MATW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.1%
Fair Value
$886.88
Current Price
$1159.75
$272.87 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MATW.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 676.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 752.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : MATW
The strongest argument for MATW centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MATW
The primary concerns for MATW are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GHC profiles as a value stock while MATW is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MATW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
GHC is growing revenue faster at 7.1% — sustainability is the question.
GHC generates stronger free cash flow (33M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GHC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Graham Holdings Co
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Graham Holdings Company is a diversified global media and education company. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Matthews International Corporation offers global brand solutions, commemoration products and industrial technologies. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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