iHeartMedia Inc Class A (IHRT)vsNewsmax, Inc. (NMAX)
IHRT
iHeartMedia Inc Class A
$2.70
-0.74%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $439.60M
NMAX
Newsmax, Inc.
$11.39
+3.73%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
iHeartMedia Inc Class A generates 1861% more annual revenue ($3.99B vs $203.29M). NMAX leads profitability with a -3.1% profit margin vs -7.2%. IHRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
IHRT
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
NMAX
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+38.6%
Fair Value
$5.86
Current Price
$2.70
$3.16 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NMAX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 153.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 12.9x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IHRT
The strongest argument for IHRT centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : NMAX
The strongest argument for NMAX centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IHRT
The primary concerns for IHRT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : NMAX
The primary concerns for NMAX are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap. A P/E of 61.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IHRT profiles as a turnaround stock while NMAX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NMAX is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
IHRT generates stronger free cash flow (46M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BROADCASTING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IHRT scores higher overall (44/100 vs 26/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
iHeartMedia Inc Class A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
iHeartMedia, Inc. is a global media and entertainment company. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
Newsmax, Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Newsmax Inc., is television broadcaster and multi-platform content publisher. The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
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