Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsWarner Bros Discovery Inc (WBD)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$290.93
+0.17%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.65T
WBD
Warner Bros Discovery Inc
$27.22
-0.22%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $67.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 980% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $37.30B). GOOGL leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 1.9%. GOOGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.26. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GOOGL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
WBD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.6%
Fair Value
$505.91
Current Price
$290.93
$214.98 discount
Margin of Safety
-106.3%
Fair Value
$13.57
Current Price
$27.22
$13.65 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 24.6B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.5x book value
2.3% earnings growth
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
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 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WBD
The strongest argument for WBD centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : WBD
The primary concerns for WBD are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 94.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while WBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
GOOGL generates stronger free cash flow (24.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (70/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 18.0% 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 →Warner Bros Discovery Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Warner Bros. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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