Fox Corp Class B (FOX)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
FOX
Fox Corp Class B
$52.35
-0.32%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $24.52B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fox Corp Class B generates 439% more annual revenue ($16.58B vs $3.07B). WST leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 11.4%. WST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.89. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
FOX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WST
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-95.5%
Fair Value
$28.36
Current Price
$52.35
$23.99 premium
Margin of Safety
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$247.02
$178.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 35.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FOX
The strongest argument for FOX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : FOX
The primary concerns for FOX are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FOX profiles as a value stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (175M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (55/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. Both earn "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.
Fox Corp Class B
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Fox Corporation is an American mass media company headquartered in New York City.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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