Walt Disney Company (DIS)vsNetflix Inc (NFLX)
DIS
Walt Disney Company
$96.19
+0.03%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $166.48B
NFLX
Netflix Inc
$71.71
-2.00%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $291.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walt Disney Company generates 101% more annual revenue ($97.26B vs $48.37B). DIS leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 0.3%. NFLX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.54. NFLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
DIS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
NFLX
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.8%
Fair Value
$111.46
Current Price
$96.19
$15.27 discount
Margin of Safety
-30.3%
Fair Value
$56.49
Current Price
$71.71
$15.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Earnings declined 29.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.9x book value
0.1% revenue growth
0.1% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DIS
The strongest argument for DIS centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : NFLX
The strongest argument for NFLX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : DIS
The primary concerns for DIS are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NFLX
The primary concerns for NFLX are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NFLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
DIS is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
DIS generates stronger free cash flow (4.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NFLX scores higher overall (71/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Walt Disney Company
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
The Walt Disney Company, commonly known as Disney, is an American diversified multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered at the Walt Disney Studios complex in Burbank, California.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Netflix, Inc. is an American over-the-top content platform and production company headquartered in Los Gatos, California. Netflix was founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in Scotts Valley, California. The company's primary business is a subscription-based streaming service offering online streaming from a library of films and television series, including those produced in-house.
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