Townsquare Media Inc (TSQ)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
TSQ
Townsquare Media Inc
$5.64
+0.53%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $95.96M
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$15.50
+1.64%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WPP PLC ADR generates 3070% more annual revenue ($13.55B vs $427.38M). WPP leads profitability with a -1.6% profit margin vs -2.7%. TSQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. TSQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
TSQ
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
WPP
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.8% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -116.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.6%
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TSQ
The strongest argument for TSQ centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TSQ
The primary concerns for TSQ are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
WPP is growing revenue faster at -8.3% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TSQ scores higher overall (46/100 vs 35/100). 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.
Townsquare Media Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Townsquare Media, Inc. is a radio, digital media, entertainment and digital marketing solutions company in small and medium markets. The company is headquartered in Purchase, New York.
WPP PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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