Newsmax, Inc. (NMAX)vsE. W. Scripps Co Class A (SSP)
NMAX
Newsmax, Inc.
$8.07
+1.13%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.13B
SSP
E. W. Scripps Co Class A
$2.41
+19.90%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $270.59M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
E. W. Scripps Co Class A generates 930% more annual revenue ($2.09B vs $203.29M). NMAX leads profitability with a -3.1% profit margin vs -58.0%. SSP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 39/100 (F).
NMAX
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
SSP
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 91.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.2x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.4%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.7%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NMAX
The strongest argument for NMAX centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SSP
The strongest argument for SSP centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NMAX
The primary concerns for NMAX are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap. A P/E of 437.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SSP
The primary concerns for SSP are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 25.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NMAX profiles as a growth stock while SSP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
NMAX is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
NMAX generates stronger free cash flow (-1M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BROADCASTING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SSP scores higher overall (39/100 vs 26/100). 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.
Newsmax, Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Newsmax Inc., is television broadcaster and multi-platform content publisher. The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
Visit Website →E. W. Scripps Co Class A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
EW Scripps Company is a media company through a portfolio of local and national media brands. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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