Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsTelephone and Data Systems Inc (TDS)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$284.78
+0.78%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.44T
TDS
Telephone and Data Systems Inc
$32.87
+1.58%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 37349% more annual revenue ($471.10B vs $1.26B). GOOGL leads profitability with a 50.0% profit margin vs 33.2%. GOOGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
GOOGL
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
TDS
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.8%
Fair Value
$695.50
Current Price
$284.78
$410.72 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 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 25.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
3.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 50.0% and operating margin at 31.8%. Revenue growth of 24.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TDS
The strongest argument for TDS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.2% and operating margin at -6.6%.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TDS
The primary concerns for TDS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while TDS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 24.7% — sustainability is the question.
TDS generates stronger free cash flow (-113M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (71/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 50.0% margins and 24.7% revenue growth. 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 →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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