Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsUdemy Inc (UDMY)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,132.53
+1.48%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.06B
UDMY
Udemy Inc
$4.63
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $675.68M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Graham Holdings Co generates 531% more annual revenue ($4.98B vs $789.84M). GHC leads profitability with a 6.0% profit margin vs 0.5%. 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
UDMY
Avoid35
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
Margin of Safety
+15.4%
Fair Value
$5.46
Current Price
$4.63
$0.83 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
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : UDMY
UDMY has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UDMY
The primary concerns for UDMY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 154.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UDMY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
GHC is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
GHC generates stronger free cash flow (49M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GHC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 35/100). UDMY offers better value entry with a 15.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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
Udemy, Inc. operates a platform for teaching and learning skills in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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