Electronic Arts Inc (EA)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
EA
Electronic Arts Inc
$203.00
-0.20%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $50.65B
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$593.00
-0.26%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.52T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 2754% more annual revenue ($214.96B vs $7.53B). META leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 11.8%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
EA
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
META
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-89.9%
Fair Value
$106.49
Current Price
$203.00
$96.51 premium
Margin of Safety
+35.2%
Fair Value
$903.82
Current Price
$593.00
$310.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 85.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
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
Generating 13.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EA
The strongest argument for EA centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : META
The strongest argument for META centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating 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 : EA
The primary concerns for EA are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EA 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 65/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 33.1% revenue growth. 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.
Electronic Arts Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA · USA
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) is an American video game company headquartered in Redwood City, California. It is the second-largest gaming company in the Americas and Europe by revenue and market capitalization after Activision Blizzard and ahead of Take-Two Interactive, and Ubisoft as of May 2020.
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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