Live Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)vsReading International Inc (RDI)
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$160.07
-0.58%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $40.15B
RDI
Reading International Inc
$1.17
-4.10%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $41.27M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Nation Entertainment Inc generates 12217% more annual revenue ($25.61B vs $207.94M). LYV leads profitability with a 0.3% profit margin vs -8.4%. LYV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
LYV
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
RDI
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.7%
Fair Value
$144.27
Current Price
$160.07
$15.80 premium
Margin of Safety
+82.7%
Fair Value
$6.43
Current Price
$1.17
$5.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 56.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3127.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 29.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RDI
The strongest argument for RDI centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RDI
The primary concerns for RDI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYV profiles as a value stock while RDI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
RDI is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
LYV generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LYV scores higher overall (42/100 vs 28/100) and 12.2% revenue growth. RDI offers better value entry with a 82.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
Reading International Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Reading International, Inc., focuses on the ownership, development and operation of real estate and entertainment in the United States, Australia and New Zealand. The company is headquartered in Culver City, California.
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