AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc (AMC)vsLive Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)
AMC
AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc
$3.29
+11.90%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $2.65B
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$171.89
+0.60%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $38.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Nation Entertainment Inc generates 402% more annual revenue ($26.27B vs $5.23B). LYV leads profitability with a 0.5% profit margin vs -10.6%. LYV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.36. LYV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
AMC
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
LYV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMC.
Margin of Safety
-2.1%
Fair Value
$147.98
Current Price
$171.89
$23.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 164 in profit
Earnings expanding 156.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 477.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMC
The strongest argument for AMC centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 14.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AMC
The primary concerns for AMC are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 137.04 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMC profiles as a turnaround stock while LYV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
AMC is growing revenue faster at 14.2% — sustainability is the question.
AMC generates stronger free cash flow (191M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LYV scores higher overall (54/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Buy" 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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