Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsTelephone and Data Systems Inc (TDS)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$353.47
-0.88%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.59T
TDS
Telephone and Data Systems Inc
$32.98
-8.39%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 35649% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $1.25B). GOOG leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs 10.5%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
GOOG
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
TDS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.7%
Fair Value
$471.78
Current Price
$353.47
$118.31 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TDS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Earnings expanding 294.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 11.8%
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 54.8% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 24.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TDS
The strongest argument for TDS centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TDS
The primary concerns for TDS are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while TDS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.2% — sustainability is the question.
TDS generates stronger free cash flow (-82M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (77/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 24.2% 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.
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 →Telephone and Data Systems Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc., a telecommunications company, provides communications services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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