Gogo Inc (GOGO)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
GOGO
Gogo Inc
$4.18
+5.29%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $547.72M
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$381.94
+9.97%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.20T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 44144% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $910.49M). GOOG leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 1.4%. GOOG trades at a lower P/E of 26.5x. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOGO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+82.7%
Fair Value
$22.70
Current Price
$4.18
$18.52 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
$384.28
Current Price
$381.94
$2.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 67.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1276.0% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.6%
Generating 24.6B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOGO
The strongest argument for GOGO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 67.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GOGO
The primary concerns for GOGO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 45.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 9.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOGO profiles as a hypergrowth stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
GOGO is growing revenue faster at 67.3% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (24.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 18.0% revenue growth. GOGO offers better value entry with a 82.7% margin of safety. 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.
Gogo Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Gogo Inc., provides inflight broadband connectivity and wireless entertainment services to the aviation industry in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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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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