Meta Platforms Inc. (META)vsNexstar Broadcasting Group Inc (NXST)
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$593.00
+4.67%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.52T
NXST
Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc
$182.02
+0.56%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $5.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 4106% more annual revenue ($214.96B vs $5.11B). META leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 3.2%. NXST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.16. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
META
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
NXST
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.2%
Fair Value
$903.82
Current Price
$593.00
$310.82 discount
Margin of Safety
-35.6%
Fair Value
$177.34
Current Price
$182.02
$4.68 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.2% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : NXST
The strongest argument for NXST centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NXST
The primary concerns for NXST are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 5.65 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
META profiles as a growth stock while NXST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
META carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — 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 69/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 33.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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.
Visit Website →Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., a broadcast television and digital media company, focuses on the acquisition, development and operation of television stations and interactive community websites and digital media services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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