Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsMcGraw Hill, Inc. (MH)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,132.53
+1.48%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.06B
MH
McGraw Hill, Inc.
$12.21
+1.58%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 137% more annual revenue ($4.98B vs $2.10B). GHC leads profitability with a 6.0% profit margin vs 1.7%. GHC trades at a lower P/E of 17.4x. GHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
GHC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MH
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
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 MH.
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
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
6.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
1.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -9.2% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : MH
MH has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MH
The primary concerns for MH are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 61.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GHC is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
MH generates stronger free cash flow (308M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GHC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 37/100). 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.
Visit Website →McGraw Hill, Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
McGraw Hill, Inc., doing business as McGraw Hill, provides information solutions for K-12, higher education, and professional markets in the United States and internationally.
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