Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsSohu.Com Inc (SOHU)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$365.76
+0.45%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.34T
SOHU
Sohu.Com Inc
$13.24
-2.72%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $410.99M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 71513% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $589.97M). GOOG leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 35.2%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
SOHU
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.9%
Fair Value
$369.04
Current Price
$365.76
$3.28 discount
Margin of Safety
+68.0%
Fair Value
$51.19
Current Price
$13.24
$37.95 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.3x book value
4.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 75.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SOHU
The strongest argument for SOHU centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.2% and operating margin at -4.8%.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SOHU
The primary concerns for SOHU are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while SOHU is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (75/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. SOHU offers better value entry with a 68.0% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Sohu.Com Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA · China
Sohu.com Limited provides online media, games and search products and services on PC and mobile devices in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
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