Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsNetflix Inc (NFLX)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$841.84
+0.73%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $250.66B
NFLX
Netflix Inc
$92.28
+1.50%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $385.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 31% more annual revenue ($59.40B vs $45.18B). GS leads profitability with a 28.9% profit margin vs 24.3%. GS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
NFLX
Strong Buy70
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
+22.1%
Fair Value
$118.40
Current Price
$92.28
$26.12 discount
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 43 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.5%
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 14.6x book value
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 : NFLX
The strongest argument for NFLX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 24.5%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NFLX
The primary concerns for NFLX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NFLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — expect wider price swings.
NFLX is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
NFLX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (73/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 28.9% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. NFLX offers better value entry with a 22.1% 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.
Netflix Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Netflix, Inc. is an American over-the-top content platform and production company headquartered in Los Gatos, California. Netflix was founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in Scotts Valley, California. The company's primary business is a subscription-based streaming service offering online streaming from a library of films and television series, including those produced in-house.
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