Cinemark Holdings Inc (CNK)vsTKO Group Holdings, Inc. (TKO)
CNK
Cinemark Holdings Inc
$35.08
-0.20%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.10B
TKO
TKO Group Holdings, Inc.
$190.31
+0.35%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $35.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. generates 58% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $3.36B). CNK leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 4.3%. TKO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.44. CNK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CNK
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TKO
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.0%
Fair Value
$31.37
Current Price
$35.08
$3.71 discount
Margin of Safety
-26.7%
Fair Value
$166.08
Current Price
$190.31
$24.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Earnings expanding 88.6% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
15.5% revenue growth
Strong operational efficiency at 32.4%
18.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.1x book value
6.4% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
4.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNK
The strongest argument for CNK centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TKO
The strongest argument for TKO centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNK
The primary concerns for CNK are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : TKO
The primary concerns for TKO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 65.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
TKO is growing revenue faster at 18.2% — sustainability is the question.
TKO generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CNK scores higher overall (69/100 vs 59/100) and 15.5% revenue growth. 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.
Cinemark Holdings Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Cinemark Holdings, Inc., is in the motion picture business. The company is headquartered in Plano, Texas.
TKO Group Holdings, Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. is a sports and entertainment company. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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