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Amazon.com Inc (AMZN)vseBay Inc (EBAY)

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WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Amazon.com Inc generates 6541% more annual revenue ($797.46B vs $12.01B). EBAY leads profitability with a 18.6% profit margin vs 16.9%. AMZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. EBAY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).

AMZN

Buy

62

out of 100

Grade: C+

Growth: 5.3Profit: 7.0Value: 4.7Quality: 6.0
Piotroski: 3/9Altman Z: 2.33

EBAY

Strong Buy

70

out of 100

Grade: B-

Growth: 6.7Profit: 8.5Value: 4.0Quality: 6.0
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 4.49
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

AMZNSignificantly Overvalued (-44.3%)

Margin of Safety

-44.3%

Fair Value

$166.60

Current Price

$240.35

$73.75 premium

UndervaluedFair: $166.60Overvalued
EBAYSignificantly Overvalued (-26.5%)

Margin of Safety

-26.5%

Fair Value

$95.82

Current Price

$121.64

$25.82 premium

UndervaluedFair: $95.82Overvalued

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

AMZN2 strengths · Avg: 9.5/10
Market CapQuality
$2.60T10/10

Mega-cap, among the largest globally

Return on EquityProfitability
24.5%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit

EBAY5 strengths · Avg: 9.4/10
Return on EquityProfitability
47.6%10/10

Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit

EPS GrowthGrowth
55.0%10/10

Earnings expanding 55.0% YoY

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
4.4910/10

Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk

Market CapQuality
$52.52B9/10

Large-cap with strong market position

Operating MarginProfitability
21.6%8/10

Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%

Areas to Watch

AMZN3 concerns · Avg: 2.3/10
Piotroski F-ScoreQuality
3/93/10

Weak financial health signals

EPS GrowthGrowth
-3.1%2/10

Earnings declined 3.1%

Free Cash FlowQuality
$-8.82B2/10

Negative free cash flow — burning cash

EBAY4 concerns · Avg: 3.8/10
PEG RatioValuation
1.644/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

P/E RatioValuation
25.8x4/10

Moderate valuation

Price/BookValuation
11.6x4/10

Trading at 11.6x book value

Debt/EquityHealth
1.533/10

Elevated debt levels

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : AMZN

The strongest argument for AMZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 13.9%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.

Bull Case : EBAY

The strongest argument for EBAY centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.6% and operating margin at 21.6%. Revenue growth of 14.8% demonstrates continued momentum.

Bear Case : AMZN

The primary concerns for AMZN are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.

Bear Case : EBAY

The primary concerns for EBAY are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

AMZN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.

EBAY is growing revenue faster at 14.8% — sustainability is the question.

EBAY generates stronger free cash flow (300M), providing more financial flexibility.

Monitor INTERNET RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.

Bottom Line

EBAY scores higher overall (70/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 18.6% margins and 14.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.

This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.

Amazon.com Inc

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA

Amazon.com, Inc. is an American multinational technology company which focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook. The company has been referred to as one of the most influential economic and cultural forces in the world, as well as the world's most valuable brand.

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eBay Inc

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA

eBay Inc. is an American multinational e-commerce corporation based in San Jose, California, that facilitates consumer-to-consumer and business-to-consumer sales through its website.

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