Grand Canyon Education Inc (LOPE)vsMcGraw Hill, Inc. (MH)
LOPE
Grand Canyon Education Inc
$151.20
-0.01%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.98B
MH
McGraw Hill, Inc.
$12.32
+1.73%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McGraw Hill, Inc. generates 85% more annual revenue ($2.12B vs $1.14B). LOPE leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 4.4%. LOPE trades at a lower P/E of 18.5x. LOPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
LOPE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
MH
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-49.6%
Fair Value
$107.14
Current Price
$151.20
$44.06 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Earnings expanding 9860.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Moderate valuation
2.6% revenue growth
4.4% margin — thin
ROE of -9.2% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LOPE
The strongest argument for LOPE centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 22.0%. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MH
The strongest argument for MH centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : LOPE
No major red flags identified for LOPE, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : MH
The primary concerns for MH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 3.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOPE profiles as a mature stock while MH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LOPE is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
LOPE generates stronger free cash flow (98M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LOPE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. 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.
Grand Canyon Education Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Grand Canyon Education, Inc. provides educational services to colleges and universities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
McGraw Hill, Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
McGraw Hill, Inc., doing business as McGraw Hill, provides information solutions for K-12, higher education, and professional markets in the United States and internationally.
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