Fox Corp Class A (FOXA)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
FOXA
Fox Corp Class A
$62.94
+0.40%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $26.67B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$18.97
+1.12%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fox Corp Class A generates 22% more annual revenue ($16.58B vs $13.55B). FOXA leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs -1.6%. WPP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.23. FOXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
FOXA
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WPP
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.9%
Fair Value
$89.80
Current Price
$62.94
$26.86 discount
Margin of Safety
+75.6%
Fair Value
$75.12
Current Price
$18.97
$56.15 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 35.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FOXA
The strongest argument for FOXA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FOXA
The primary concerns for FOXA are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FOXA profiles as a value stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
FOXA is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FOXA scores higher overall (53/100 vs 32/100). WPP offers better value entry with a 75.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Fox Corporation is an American mass media company headquartered in New York City.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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