Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsIAC Inc. (IAC)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$283.93
+0.78%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.42T
IAC
IAC Inc.
$44.89
-0.11%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 20081% more annual revenue ($471.10B vs $2.33B). GOOG leads profitability with a 50.0% profit margin vs 1.8%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
IAC
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.7%
Fair Value
$500.74
Current Price
$283.93
$216.81 discount
Margin of Safety
+26.6%
Fair Value
$48.64
Current Price
$44.89
$3.75 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 25.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 50.0% and operating margin at 31.8%. Revenue growth of 24.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : IAC
The strongest argument for IAC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : IAC
The primary concerns for IAC are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while IAC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.7% — sustainability is the question.
IAC generates stronger free cash flow (7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 50.0% margins and 24.7% revenue growth. IAC offers better value entry with a 26.6% 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.
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.
Visit Website →IAC Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
IAC / InterActiveCorp is a global Internet and media company. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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