ALPHABET INC-CL A (NASDAQ:GOOGL) – A Strong Growth Stock with Reasonable Valuation

ALPHABET INC-CL A (NASDAQ:GOOGL) stands out as an affordable growth stock based on our screening criteria. The company combines solid growth prospects with strong profitability and financial health, while maintaining a reasonable valuation.

Growth Prospects

• Past Growth: GOOGL has demonstrated strong revenue and earnings expansion, with revenue growing 13.07% over the past year and earnings per share (EPS) increasing by 29.29%.
• Future Expectations: Analysts project continued growth, with EPS expected to rise by 15.11% annually and revenue by 10.80% over the next few years.
• Industry Comparison: The company outperforms most peers in the Interactive Media & Services sector, with a growth rating of 7 out of 10.

Valuation

• P/E Ratio: At 20.37, GOOGL’s P/E ratio is slightly below the industry average of 24.61 and well below the S&P 500 average of 26.25.
• Forward P/E: The forward P/E of 16.39 suggests a more attractive valuation relative to future earnings.
• PEG Ratio: A low PEG ratio indicates that the stock’s price is reasonable relative to its expected earnings growth.

Profitability & Financial Health

• High Profit Margins: GOOGL boasts an operating margin of 33.15%, outperforming 97% of industry peers.
• Strong Returns: Return on invested capital (ROIC) stands at 26.71%, well above the industry average.
• Solid Balance Sheet: The company has minimal debt, with a debt-to-equity ratio of just 0.04, and an Altman-Z score of 12.15, indicating low bankruptcy risk.

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Disclaimer

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