Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
GOOGL
Alphabet Inc Class A
$307.69
-0.18%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.76T
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$615.68
-1.46%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.58T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class A generates 100% more annual revenue ($402.84B vs $200.97B). GOOGL leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 30.1%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GOOGL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
META
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.2%
Fair Value
$506.38
Current Price
$307.69
$198.69 discount
Margin of Safety
-9.7%
Fair Value
$561.40
Current Price
$615.68
$54.28 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.6%
Generating 24.6B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Generating 14.8B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 23.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.0x book value
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOGL
The strongest argument for GOOGL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 31.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : META
The strongest argument for META centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 41.3%. Revenue growth of 23.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GOOGL
The primary concerns for GOOGL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
META carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
META is growing revenue faster at 23.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOGL generates stronger free cash flow (24.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (75/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 23.8% revenue growth. GOOGL offers better value entry with a 39.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Alphabet Inc Class A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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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