Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsSK Telecom Co Ltd ADR (SKM)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$381.94
+9.97%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.20T
SKM
SK Telecom Co Ltd ADR
$36.37
-1.09%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $13.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SK Telecom Co Ltd ADR generates 4145% more annual revenue ($17.10T vs $402.84B). GOOG leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 2.4%. SKM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.74. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SKM
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
$384.28
Current Price
$381.94
$2.34 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SKM.
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
Generating 343.2B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
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 : SKM
The strongest argument for SKM centers on Free Cash Flow, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.74 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 : SKM
The primary concerns for SKM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 52.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while SKM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
SKM generates stronger free cash flow (343.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 18.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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 →SK Telecom Co Ltd ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
SK Telecom Co., Ltd. provides wireless telecommunications services in South Korea and internationally. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
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