Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsShenandoah Telecommunications Co (SHEN)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$343.00
-3.61%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.59T
SHEN
Shenandoah Telecommunications Co
$13.37
+0.45%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $742.44M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 121388% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $367.00M). GOOG leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs -12.2%. SHEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
GOOG
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
SHEN
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.3%
Fair Value
$473.05
Current Price
$343.00
$130.05 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SHEN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Earnings expanding 294.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 11630.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.8% — below average capital efficiency
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 54.8% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 24.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEN
The strongest argument for SHEN centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SHEN
The primary concerns for SHEN are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while SHEN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.2% — sustainability is the question.
SHEN generates stronger free cash flow (-45M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (77/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 24.2% 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 →Shenandoah Telecommunications Co
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company, provides a range of broadband communication services and cell tower placement space in the mid-Atlantic part of the United States. The company is headquartered in Edinburg, Virginia.
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