AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc (AMC)vsLive Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)
AMC
AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc
$1.79
-8.67%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.30B
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$160.07
-0.58%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $40.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Nation Entertainment Inc generates 409% more annual revenue ($25.61B vs $5.03B). LYV leads profitability with a 0.3% profit margin vs -10.9%. AMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 12.22. AMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
AMC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
LYV
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMC.
Margin of Safety
-4.7%
Fair Value
$144.27
Current Price
$160.07
$15.80 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.2% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 56.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMC
The strongest argument for AMC centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMC
The primary concerns for AMC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMC profiles as a growth stock while LYV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.33 — expect wider price swings.
AMC is growing revenue faster at 21.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYV generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMC scores higher overall (46/100 vs 42/100) and 21.2% revenue growth. 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.
AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., involved in the theatrical business. The company is headquartered in Leawood, Kansas.
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
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