Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsNational CineMedia Inc (NCMI)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$368.53
+0.53%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.38T
NCMI
National CineMedia Inc
$3.57
0.00%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $332.92M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 174270% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $242.30M). GOOGL leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs -3.5%. NCMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. GOOGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
GOOGL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
NCMI
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.6%
Fair Value
$631.89
Current Price
$368.53
$263.36 discount
Margin of Safety
+49.4%
Fair Value
$6.66
Current Price
$3.57
$3.09 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 20.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.3x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -2.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
Currently unprofitable
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 : NCMI
The strongest argument for NCMI centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.70 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : NCMI
The primary concerns for NCMI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOGL profiles as a growth stock while NCMI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
NCMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — 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 (76/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. NCMI offers better value entry with a 49.4% 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 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 →National CineMedia Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
National CineMedia, Inc., through its subsidiary, National CineMedia, LLC, operates a theatrical advertising network in North America. The company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado.
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