Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$289.59
+0.13%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.61T
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$239.93
+1.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $567.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 328% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $94.19B). GOOG leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 28.5%. JNJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
JNJ
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.9%
Fair Value
$506.38
Current Price
$289.59
$216.79 discount
Margin of Safety
+54.5%
Fair Value
$516.67
Current Price
$239.93
$276.74 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
Earnings expanding 48.6% YoY
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.5% and operating margin at 24.0%.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (24.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (71/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 28.5% margins. GOOG offers better value entry with a 42.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is an American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. Its common stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the company is ranked No. 36 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. Johnson & Johnson is one of the world's most valuable companies, and is one of only two U.S.-based companies that has a prime credit rating of AAA, higher than that of the United States government.
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