Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsSohu.Com Inc (SOHU)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$349.39
+3.22%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.14T
SOHU
Sohu.Com Inc
$13.68
+1.30%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $413.40M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 74305% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $599.25M). GOOGL leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs 38.2%. GOOGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
GOOGL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
SOHU
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.8%
Fair Value
$661.47
Current Price
$349.39
$312.08 discount
Margin of Safety
+67.5%
Fair Value
$50.53
Current Price
$13.68
$36.86 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 75.7%
Operating margin of -13.5%
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 : SOHU
The strongest argument for SOHU centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.2% and operating margin at -13.5%.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SOHU
The primary concerns for SOHU are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while SOHU is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 24.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (76/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 24.2% revenue growth. SOHU offers better value entry with a 67.5% 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 →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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