Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsStride Inc (LRN)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,134.42
+1.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.91B
LRN
Stride Inc
$93.08
-4.20%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 96% more annual revenue ($4.98B vs $2.54B). LRN leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 6.0%. LRN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. LRN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
GHC
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
LRN
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.3%
Fair Value
$1171.08
Current Price
$1134.42
$36.66 discount
Margin of Safety
+15.1%
Fair Value
$101.13
Current Price
$93.08
$8.05 discount
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
6.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.7% revenue growth
Earnings declined 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 : LRN
The strongest argument for LRN centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.52 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 : LRN
The primary concerns for LRN are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GHC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
GHC is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
LRN generates stronger free cash flow (186M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LRN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100). 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
Stride, Inc., a technology-based education company, provides its own and third-party online educational services, software systems and curricula to facilitate individualized learning for students primarily in kindergarten through grade 12 (K -12) in the United States and internationally. .
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