Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsManchester United Ltd (MANU)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$384.80
+9.96%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.66T
MANU
Manchester United Ltd
$18.88
+7.89%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 61364% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $655.40M). GOOGL leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs -1.4%. MANU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.35. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GOOGL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
MANU
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.8%
Fair Value
$618.76
Current Price
$384.80
$233.96 discount
Margin of Safety
+10.7%
Fair Value
$19.63
Current Price
$18.88
$0.75 discount
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 10.1B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 223.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.7x book value
ROE of -4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MANU
The strongest argument for MANU centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MANU
The primary concerns for MANU are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while MANU is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
GOOGL is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
GOOGL generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOGL scores higher overall (70/100 vs 43/100), 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 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 →Manchester United Ltd
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Manchester United plc owns and operates a professional sports team in the UK. The company is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.
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