Fox Corp Class B (FOX)vsSouthern Company (SO)
FOX
Fox Corp Class B
$52.35
-0.32%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $24.52B
SO
Southern Company
$94.61
+0.67%
UTILITIES · Cap: $105.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 78% more annual revenue ($29.55B vs $16.58B). SO leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 11.4%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.67. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FOX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-95.5%
Fair Value
$28.36
Current Price
$52.35
$23.99 premium
Margin of Safety
-254.9%
Fair Value
$26.66
Current Price
$94.61
$67.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 35.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 22.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FOX
The strongest argument for FOX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FOX
The primary concerns for FOX are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FOX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — sustainability is the question.
FOX generates stronger free cash flow (-773M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 51/100) and 10.1% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Fox Corp Class B
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Fox Corporation is an American mass media company headquartered in New York City.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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