Citigroup Inc. (C)vsComcast Corp (CMCSA)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$113.74
+1.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $191.59B
CMCSA
Comcast Corp
$28.73
-1.68%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $106.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Comcast Corp generates 63% more annual revenue ($123.71B vs $75.72B). C leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 16.2%. C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
C
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
CMCSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-130.5%
Fair Value
$47.53
Current Price
$113.74
$66.21 premium
Margin of Safety
+11.4%
Fair Value
$36.65
Current Price
$28.73
$7.92 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Generating 5.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.8%
1.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 52.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : C
The strongest argument for C centers on Price/Book, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 25.7%. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CMCSA
The strongest argument for CMCSA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 10.8%.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CMCSA
The primary concerns for CMCSA are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
C carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
C is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — sustainability is the question.
CMCSA generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 18.9% 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.
Citigroup Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Citigroup Inc. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services corporation headquartered in New York City. The company was formed by the merger of banking giant Citicorp and financial conglomerate Travelers Group in 1998; Travelers was subsequently spun off from the company in 2002. Citigroup owns Citicorp, the holding company for Citibank, as well as several international subsidiaries. Citigroup is incorporated in Delaware.
Comcast Corp
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Comcast Corporation is an American telecommunications conglomerate headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is the second-largest broadcasting and cable television company in the world by revenue (behind AT&T), the largest pay-TV company, the largest cable TV company and largest home Internet service provider in the United States, and the nation's third-largest home telephone service provider. Comcast provides services to U.S. residential and commercial customers in 40 states and in the District of Columbia. As the parent company of the international media company NBCUniversal since 2011, Comcast is a producer of feature films and television programs intended for theatrical exhibition and over-the-air and cable television broadcast, respectively.
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