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WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Aptiv PLC generates 71% more annual revenue ($20.52B vs $12.01B). EBAY leads profitability with a 18.6% profit margin vs 1.1%. APTV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. EBAY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).

APTV

Buy

56

out of 100

Grade: C

Growth: 4.0Profit: 5.0Value: 6.7Quality: 7.0
Piotroski: 5/9Altman Z: 2.11

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

APTVUndervalued (+21.6%)

Margin of Safety

+21.6%

Fair Value

$106.89

Current Price

$43.93

$62.96 discount

UndervaluedFair: $106.89Overvalued
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

APTV2 strengths · Avg: 9.0/10
Price/BookValuation
1.0x10/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

PEG RatioValuation
0.958/10

Growing faster than its price suggests

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

APTV4 concerns · Avg: 3.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
2.3%4/10

2.3% revenue growth

Return on EquityProfitability
2.5%3/10

ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
1.1%3/10

1.1% margin — thin

P/E RatioValuation
43.6x2/10

Premium valuation, high expectations priced in

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 : APTV

The strongest argument for APTV centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.95 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.

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 : APTV

The primary concerns for APTV are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 43.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.

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

APTV profiles as a value stock while EBAY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.

APTV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — 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.

Bottom Line

EBAY scores higher overall (70/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 18.6% margins and 14.8% revenue growth. APTV offers better value entry with a 21.6% margin of safety. 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.

Aptiv PLC

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA

Aptiv plc is an auto parts company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

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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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