Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsQuinStreet Inc (QNST)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$338.50
+1.77%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.14T
QNST
QuinStreet Inc
$18.38
+1.94%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 34364% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $1.29B). GOOGL leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs 6.3%. QNST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.13. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
GOOGL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
QNST
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.8%
Fair Value
$661.47
Current Price
$338.50
$322.97 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QNST.
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
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 42.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 559.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.3% margin — thin
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 54.8% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 24.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QNST
The strongest argument for QNST centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 42.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : QNST
The primary concerns for QNST are Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while QNST is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
QNST is growing revenue faster at 42.7% — sustainability is the question.
QNST generates stronger free cash flow (51M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (76/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 24.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →QuinStreet Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
QuinStreet, Inc., an online performance marketing company, offers client acquisition services for its clients in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Foster City, California.
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