Criteo Sa (CRTO)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
CRTO
Criteo Sa
$16.49
+0.24%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $826.52M
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$609.63
-1.16%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.57T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 11107% more annual revenue ($214.96B vs $1.92B). META leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 6.0%. CRTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
CRTO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
META
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.0%
Fair Value
$45.20
Current Price
$16.49
$28.71 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.9%
Fair Value
$933.07
Current Price
$609.63
$323.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.6%
Revenue surging 33.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 62.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.5%
Revenue declined 5.9%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRTO
The strongest argument for CRTO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : META
The strongest argument for META centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 40.6%. Revenue growth of 33.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CRTO
The primary concerns for CRTO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRTO profiles as a value stock while META is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
META carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
META is growing revenue faster at 33.1% — sustainability is the question.
META generates stronger free cash flow (13.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (83/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 33.1% revenue growth. CRTO offers better value entry with a 59.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Criteo Sa
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Criteo SA, a technology company, provides open Internet monetization and marketing services in North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Paris, France.
Visit Website →Meta Platforms Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Meta Platforms, Inc. develops products that enable people to connect and share with friends and family through mobile devices, PCs, virtual reality headsets, wearables and home devices around the world. The company is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.
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