Graham Holdings Co (GHC)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
GHC
Graham Holdings Co
$1,150.00
-2.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.00B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$128.01
+3.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 14420% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $4.91B). GHC leads profitability with a 6.0% profit margin vs 3.1%. GHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.04. GHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
GHC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.2%
Fair Value
$1145.59
Current Price
$1150.00
$4.41 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
6.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.2x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHC
The strongest argument for GHC centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : GHC
The primary concerns for GHC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 46.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GHC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GHC scores higher overall (46/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" 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 · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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