Huron Consulting Group Inc (HURN)vsSBC Communications Inc. (SBC)
HURN
Huron Consulting Group Inc
$120.36
-3.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.15B
SBC
SBC Communications Inc.
$3.81
-1.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $400.05M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Huron Consulting Group Inc generates 832% more annual revenue ($1.66B vs $178.46M). SBC leads profitability with a 24.3% profit margin vs 6.3%. SBC trades at a lower P/E of 9.3x. SBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
HURN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SBC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-230.2%
Fair Value
$39.71
Current Price
$120.36
$80.65 premium
Margin of Safety
+76.5%
Fair Value
$19.66
Current Price
$3.81
$15.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 36.6%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
6.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
3.2% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 18.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HURN
Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBC
The strongest argument for SBC centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 36.6%.
Bear Case : HURN
The primary concerns for HURN are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SBC
The primary concerns for SBC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HURN profiles as a value stock while SBC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SBC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
HURN is growing revenue faster at 11.3% — sustainability is the question.
HURN generates stronger free cash flow (124M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 24.3% margins. 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.
Huron Consulting Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
Huron Consulting Group Inc., a professional services firm, provides consulting services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
SBC Medical Group Holdings, incorporated in Delaware in 2023 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, provides management services to cosmetic treatment centers primarily in Japan, with additional locations in Vietnam and California.
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