Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsLincoln Educational Services (LINC)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,132.53
+1.48%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.06B
LINC
Lincoln Educational Services
$47.99
-5.16%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 815% more annual revenue ($4.98B vs $544.69M). GHC leads profitability with a 6.0% profit margin vs 4.1%. GHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.04. GHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
GHC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
LINC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.0%
Fair Value
$840.48
Current Price
$1132.53
$292.05 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LINC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 21.4% YoY
Earnings expanding 133.2% YoY
Revenue surging 22.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
6.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : LINC
The strongest argument for LINC centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LINC
The primary concerns for LINC are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 66.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GHC profiles as a value stock while LINC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LINC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
LINC is growing revenue faster at 22.5% — sustainability is the question.
GHC generates stronger free cash flow (49M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GHC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "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.
Graham Holdings Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Graham Holdings Company is a diversified global media and education company. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation offers various career-oriented postsecondary education services to high school graduates and working adults in the United States. The company is headquartered in West Orange, New Jersey.
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