Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsSunlands Technology Group (STG)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,070.23
+0.72%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.64B
STG
Sunlands Technology Group
$3.86
-5.39%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $62.35M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 142% more annual revenue ($4.91B vs $2.03B). STG leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 5.9%. STG trades at a lower P/E of 1.1x. STG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
STG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-145.2%
Fair Value
$452.34
Current Price
$1070.23
$617.89 premium
Margin of Safety
+97.4%
Fair Value
$194.22
Current Price
$3.86
$190.36 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 53 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 26.5%
Earnings expanding 42.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
5.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : STG
The strongest argument for STG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 26.5%.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : STG
The primary concerns for STG are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GHC profiles as a value stock while STG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
STG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
STG is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
STG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Graham Holdings Company is a diversified global media and education company. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
Sunlands Technology Group, provides online education services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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