Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsZillow Group Inc Class C (Z)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$348.78
-0.30%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.48T
Z
Zillow Group Inc Class C
$30.31
-2.39%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $7.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 15589% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $2.69B). GOOG leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 2.3%. Z appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.93. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Z
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.6%
Fair Value
$445.94
Current Price
$348.78
$97.16 discount
Margin of Safety
+26.6%
Fair Value
$62.24
Current Price
$30.31
$31.93 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 533.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
18.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.8x book value
ROE of 1.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : Z
The strongest argument for Z centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.93 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : Z
The primary concerns for Z are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 128.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Z carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — 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.
Monitor INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (75/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. Z offers better value entry with a 26.6% margin of safety. 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 →Zillow Group Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Zillow Group, Inc., a digital real estate company, operates real estate brands on mobile apps and websites in the United States. The company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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