Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsPinterest Inc (PINS)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$289.59
+0.13%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.61T
PINS
Pinterest Inc
$18.68
+1.58%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $12.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 9442% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $4.22B). GOOG leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 9.9%. PINS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.30. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
PINS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
-360.0%
Fair Value
$4.15
Current Price
$18.68
$14.53 premium
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 84.6%
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 : PINS
The strongest argument for PINS centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PINS
The primary concerns for PINS are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while PINS is a value 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
GOOG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 18.0% revenue growth. 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 →Pinterest Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Pinterest, Inc. provides a visual discovery engine in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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