Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsTegna Inc (TGNA)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$278.27
+0.08%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.42T
TGNA
Tegna Inc
$20.03
0.00%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 17271% more annual revenue ($471.10B vs $2.71B). GOOG leads profitability with a 50.0% profit margin vs 0.1%. TGNA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TGNA
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.4%
Fair Value
$500.63
Current Price
$278.27
$222.36 discount
Margin of Safety
-74.2%
Fair Value
$11.50
Current Price
$20.03
$8.53 premium
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 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 25.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.2%
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 50.0% and operating margin at 31.8%. Revenue growth of 24.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TGNA
The strongest argument for TGNA centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TGNA
The primary concerns for TGNA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while TGNA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.7% — sustainability is the question.
TGNA generates stronger free cash flow (87M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 50.0% margins and 24.7% 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 →Tegna Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
TEGNA Inc. is a media company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia.
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