Live Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$154.92
+1.45%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $35.85B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$73.81
-0.87%
ENERGY · Cap: $90.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Nation Entertainment Inc generates 113% more annual revenue ($25.20B vs $11.83B). WMB leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs 2.0%. WMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.47. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
LYV
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
WMB
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYV.
Margin of Safety
+29.0%
Fair Value
$100.15
Current Price
$73.81
$26.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.2%
Earnings expanding 50.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 133.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 41.2%.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYV profiles as a value stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
LYV is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
LYV generates stronger free cash flow (-406M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (67/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Williams Companies Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
The Williams Companies, Inc., is an American energy company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its core business is natural gas processing and transportation, with additional petroleum and electricity generation assets.
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