Gray Television Inc (GTN)vsSpotify Technology SA (SPOT)
GTN
Gray Television Inc
$5.53
-3.99%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $581.75M
SPOT
Spotify Technology SA
$443.57
+2.16%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $106.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Spotify Technology SA generates 455% more annual revenue ($17.19B vs $3.10B). SPOT leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs -2.8%. GTN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.11. SPOT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
GTN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
SPOT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.2%
Fair Value
$44.60
Current Price
$5.53
$39.07 discount
Margin of Safety
-47.4%
Fair Value
$330.58
Current Price
$443.57
$112.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1016.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 213.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 24.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.3x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GTN
The strongest argument for GTN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SPOT
The strongest argument for SPOT centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : GTN
The primary concerns for GTN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SPOT
The primary concerns for SPOT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GTN profiles as a turnaround stock while SPOT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPOT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
SPOT is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
SPOT generates stronger free cash flow (834M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GTN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 60/100). Both earn "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.
Gray Television Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Gray Television, Inc., a television broadcasting company, owns and / or operates television stations and digital assets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Spotify Technology SA
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Spotify Technology SA, provides audio streaming services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
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