GCI Liberty, Inc. (GLIBK)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
GLIBK
GCI Liberty, Inc.
$34.25
+4.13%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.44B
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$381.94
+9.97%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.20T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 38412% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $1.05B). GOOG leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs -29.5%. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GLIBK
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.3%
Fair Value
$49.15
Current Price
$34.25
$14.90 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
$384.28
Current Price
$381.94
$2.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.6%
Generating 24.6B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -19.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.4%
Earnings declined 0.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLIBK
The strongest argument for GLIBK centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GLIBK
The primary concerns for GLIBK are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLIBK profiles as a turnaround stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (24.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TELECOM SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 18.0% revenue growth. GLIBK offers better value entry with a 23.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
GCI Liberty, Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
GCI Liberty, Inc., provides a range of data, wireless, video, voice, and managed services to residential customers, businesses, governmental entities, and educational and medical institutions in Alaska. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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