Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsGray Television Inc (GTN)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$368.53
+2.69%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.38T
GTN
Gray Television Inc
$4.01
-0.50%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $411.98M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 13613% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $3.08B). GOOGL leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs -3.1%. GTN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.11. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
GOOGL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
GTN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.6%
Fair Value
$631.89
Current Price
$368.53
$263.36 discount
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$35.37
Current Price
$4.01
$31.36 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1016.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.3x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOGL
The strongest argument for GOOGL 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 : GTN
The strongest argument for GTN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : GTN
The primary concerns for GTN are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.10 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while GTN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOGL generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (76/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. GTN offers better value entry with a 86.4% 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 A
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 →Gray Television Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Gray Television, Inc., a television broadcasting company, owns and / or operates television stations and digital assets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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