Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsGrand Canyon Education Inc (LOPE)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,132.53
+1.48%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.06B
LOPE
Grand Canyon Education Inc
$152.57
+1.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 343% more annual revenue ($4.98B vs $1.13B). LOPE leads profitability with a 19.5% profit margin vs 6.0%. LOPE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. LOPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
GHC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
LOPE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.0%
Fair Value
$840.48
Current Price
$1132.53
$292.05 premium
Margin of Safety
-55.2%
Fair Value
$103.25
Current Price
$152.57
$49.32 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
6.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : LOPE
The strongest argument for LOPE centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.5% and operating margin at 30.9%. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LOPE
No major red flags identified for LOPE, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GHC profiles as a value stock while LOPE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GHC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
LOPE is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
LOPE generates stronger free cash flow (80M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LOPE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 19.5% margins. 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.
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
Grand Canyon Education, Inc. provides educational services to colleges and universities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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