Lumen Technologies Inc (LUMN)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
LUMN
Lumen Technologies Inc
$8.91
-10.00%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $8.75B
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$593.00
-0.26%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.52T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 1674% more annual revenue ($214.96B vs $12.12B). META leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs -14.3%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
LUMN
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
META
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.9%
Fair Value
$11.69
Current Price
$8.91
$2.78 discount
Margin of Safety
+35.2%
Fair Value
$903.82
Current Price
$593.00
$310.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.6%
Revenue surging 33.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 62.4% YoY
Generating 13.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -14.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LUMN
LUMN has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : META
The strongest argument for META centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 40.6%. Revenue growth of 33.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LUMN
The primary concerns for LUMN are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LUMN profiles as a turnaround stock while META is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LUMN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.72 — expect wider price swings.
META is growing revenue faster at 33.1% — sustainability is the question.
META generates stronger free cash flow (13.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (83/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 33.1% revenue growth. LUMN offers better value entry with a 32.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Lumen Technologies Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Lumen Technologies (formerly CenturyLink) is an American telecommunications company headquartered in Monroe, Louisiana, that offers communications, network services, security, cloud solutions, voice, and managed services.
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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