Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,138.57
+0.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.78B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$471.98
-2.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 20% more annual revenue ($5.07B vs $4.23B). VMI leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 10.7%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. GHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
GHC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
VMI
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.1%
Fair Value
$886.88
Current Price
$1138.57
$251.69 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VMI.
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
GHC is growing revenue faster at 7.1% — sustainability is the question.
VMI generates stronger free cash flow (112M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GHC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 65/100). 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
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
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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