Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsIntuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$397.05
+0.44%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.79T
ISRG
Intuitive Surgical Inc
$450.06
-0.76%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $160.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 3893% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $10.58B). GOOG leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 28.1%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
GOOG
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
ISRG
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.2%
Fair Value
$404.18
Current Price
$397.05
$7.13 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.6%
Fair Value
$1938.99
Current Price
$450.06
$1488.93 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Earnings expanding 82.0% YoY
Generating 10.1B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 30.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 37.9% and operating margin at 36.1%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ISRG
The strongest argument for ISRG centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 30.9%. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ISRG
The primary concerns for ISRG are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ISRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
ISRG is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (73/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. ISRG offers better value entry with a 76.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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 →Intuitive Surgical Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is an American corporation that develops, manufactures, and markets robotic products designed to improve clinical outcomes of patients through minimally invasive surgery, most notably with the da Vinci Surgical System.
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