iHeartMedia Inc Class A (IHRT)vsSinclair Broadcast Group Inc (SBGI)
IHRT
iHeartMedia Inc Class A
$2.80
+2.56%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $375.10M
SBGI
Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc
$13.24
-0.15%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $949.67M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
iHeartMedia Inc Class A generates 22% more annual revenue ($3.86B vs $3.17B). SBGI leads profitability with a -3.5% profit margin vs -12.2%. SBGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. IHRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D).
IHRT
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
SBGI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.8% revenue growth
1.5% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -22.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 16.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IHRT
IHRT has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : SBGI
The strongest argument for SBGI centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IHRT
The primary concerns for IHRT are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : SBGI
The primary concerns for SBGI are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IHRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.64 — expect wider price swings.
IHRT is growing revenue faster at 0.8% — sustainability is the question.
IHRT generates stronger free cash flow (138M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BROADCASTING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IHRT scores higher overall (45/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" 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.
Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is a diversified television media company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland.
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