Cars.com Inc (CARS)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
CARS
Cars.com Inc
$9.21
-1.39%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $514.87M
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$365.76
+2.50%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.34T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 58221% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $724.44M). GOOG leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 3.7%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
CARS
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.6%
Fair Value
$12.82
Current Price
$9.21
$3.61 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.9%
Fair Value
$369.04
Current Price
$365.76
$3.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Earnings expanding 82.0% YoY
Generating 10.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CARS
The strongest argument for CARS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.9% and operating margin at 36.1%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CARS
The primary concerns for CARS are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CARS profiles as a value stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CARS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.61 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (75/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Cars.com Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Cars.com, LLC, is a digital marketplace and provides solutions for the automotive industry. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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