iHeartMedia Inc Class A (IHRT)vsSinclair Broadcast Group Inc (SBGI)
IHRT
iHeartMedia Inc Class A
$3.94
-5.74%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $587.98M
SBGI
Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc
$13.85
-0.14%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
iHeartMedia Inc Class A generates 23% more annual revenue ($3.94B vs $3.20B). SBGI leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs -7.3%. SBGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. SBGI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
IHRT
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
SBGI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.6%
Fair Value
$6.17
Current Price
$3.94
$2.23 discount
Margin of Safety
+53.0%
Fair Value
$32.05
Current Price
$13.85
$18.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 153.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IHRT
The strongest argument for IHRT centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SBGI
The strongest argument for SBGI centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IHRT
The primary concerns for IHRT are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SBGI
The primary concerns for SBGI are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 9.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IHRT profiles as a turnaround stock while SBGI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IHRT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
IHRT is growing revenue faster at 9.6% — sustainability is the question.
SBGI generates stronger free cash flow (28M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBGI scores higher overall (54/100 vs 46/100). IHRT offers better value entry with a 41.6% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
iHeartMedia Inc Class A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
iHeartMedia, Inc. is a global media and entertainment company. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is a diversified television media company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland.
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