Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$289.59
+0.13%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.61T
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 13004% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $3.07B). GOOG leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 16.1%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.24. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WST
Buy55
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
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$247.02
$178.03 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — 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 55/100), 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 →West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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