Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$841.84
+0.73%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $250.66B
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$594.89
+0.33%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.50T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 238% more annual revenue ($200.97B vs $59.40B). META leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs 28.9%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
GS
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
META
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.4%
Fair Value
$1768.48
Current Price
$841.84
$926.64 discount
Margin of Safety
-5.4%
Fair Value
$562.36
Current Price
$594.89
$32.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.3%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.2% revenue growth
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.9% and operating margin at 38.3%. Revenue growth of 15.2% 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 : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
META is growing revenue faster at 23.8% — sustainability is the question.
META generates stronger free cash flow (14.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (77/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 23.8% revenue growth. GS offers better value entry with a 52.4% 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
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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