Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsReading International Inc (RDI)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$365.76
+0.45%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.34T
RDI
Reading International Inc
$1.17
-4.10%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $41.27M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 203080% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $207.94M). GOOG leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs -8.4%. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
RDI
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.9%
Fair Value
$369.04
Current Price
$365.76
$3.28 discount
Margin of Safety
+82.7%
Fair Value
$6.43
Current Price
$1.17
$5.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.3x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3127.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 29.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : RDI
The strongest argument for RDI centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : RDI
The primary concerns for RDI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while RDI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (75/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. RDI offers better value entry with a 82.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →Reading International Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Reading International, Inc., focuses on the ownership, development and operation of real estate and entertainment in the United States, Australia and New Zealand. The company is headquartered in Culver City, California.
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