Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc (CCO)vsAlphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)
CCO
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc
$2.40
-0.41%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.23B
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$368.53
+0.53%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.38T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 25602% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $1.64B). GOOGL leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs -5.5%. GOOGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.48. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
CCO
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
GOOGL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+36.3%
Fair Value
$3.72
Current Price
$2.40
$1.32 discount
Margin of Safety
+43.6%
Fair Value
$631.89
Current Price
$368.53
$263.36 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 75.8%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCO
The strongest argument for CCO centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GOOGL
The strongest argument for GOOGL 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 : CCO
The primary concerns for CCO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCO profiles as a turnaround stock while GOOGL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.96 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOGL generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (76/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. CCO offers better value entry with a 36.3% margin of safety. 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.
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. owns, operates and sells advertising displays in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
Alphabet Inc Class A
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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