Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsPearson PLC ADR (PSO)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$384.80
+9.96%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.66T
PSO
Pearson PLC ADR
$14.68
+1.59%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $8.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 11162% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $3.58B). GOOGL leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 9.4%. GOOGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.63. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GOOGL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
PSO
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.8%
Fair Value
$618.76
Current Price
$384.80
$233.96 discount
Margin of Safety
-6.8%
Fair Value
$11.38
Current Price
$14.68
$3.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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 10.1B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 35.7%
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 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PSO
The strongest argument for PSO centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PSO
The primary concerns for PSO are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while PSO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
GOOGL generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (70/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 18.0% 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 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 →Pearson PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · PUBLISHING · USA
Pearson plc provides educational materials and learning technologies. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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