McGraw Hill, Inc. (MH)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
MH
McGraw Hill, Inc.
$12.00
-1.80%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.29B
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$146.46
+0.43%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $346.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 4005% more annual revenue ($86.72B vs $2.11B). PG leads profitability with a 19.2% profit margin vs -3.4%. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MH
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.0%
Fair Value
$17.14
Current Price
$12.00
$5.14 discount
Margin of Safety
-36.4%
Fair Value
$107.38
Current Price
$146.46
$39.08 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 24.8%
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.2% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -11.8% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MH
The strongest argument for MH centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.2% and operating margin at 24.8%.
Bear Case : MH
The primary concerns for MH are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MH profiles as a turnaround stock while PG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PG is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 19.2% margins. MH offers better value entry with a 28.0% 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.
McGraw Hill, Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
McGraw Hill, Inc., doing business as McGraw Hill, provides information solutions for K-12, higher education, and professional markets in the United States and internationally.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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