GCI Liberty, Inc. (GLIBK)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
GLIBK
GCI Liberty, Inc.
$20.55
-3.34%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $860.35M
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$365.76
+0.45%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.34T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 40682% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $1.04B). GOOG leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs -31.5%. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GLIBK
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GLIBK.
Margin of Safety
+0.9%
Fair Value
$369.04
Current Price
$365.76
$3.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Earnings expanding 82.0% YoY
Generating 10.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.8%
Earnings declined 60.2%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLIBK
The strongest argument for GLIBK centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.9% and operating margin at 36.1%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GLIBK
The primary concerns for GLIBK are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLIBK profiles as a turnaround stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TELECOM SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (75/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% 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.
GCI Liberty, Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
GCI Liberty, Inc., provides a range of data, wireless, video, voice, and managed services to residential customers, businesses, governmental entities, and educational and medical institutions in Alaska. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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