Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsImax Corp (IMAX)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$400.80
+0.71%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.82T
IMAX
Imax Corp
$35.30
-0.95%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 104240% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $404.92M). GOOGL leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 9.1%. IMAX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.93. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
GOOGL
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
IMAX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+38.7%
Fair Value
$649.51
Current Price
$400.80
$248.71 discount
Margin of Safety
-26.9%
Fair Value
$28.76
Current Price
$35.30
$6.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 39 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
Earnings expanding 75.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.7x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 6.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOGL
The strongest argument for GOOGL 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 : IMAX
The strongest argument for IMAX centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.93 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : IMAX
The primary concerns for IMAX are Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 53.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while IMAX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOGL generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (74/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% 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 A
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 →Imax Corp
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
IMAX Corporation, is a worldwide entertainment technology company. The company is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada.
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