Meta Platforms Inc. (META)vsNew York Times Company (NYT)
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$593.00
-0.26%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.52T
NYT
New York Times Company
$76.88
+2.17%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $11.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 7379% more annual revenue ($214.96B vs $2.87B). META leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 13.3%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
META
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
NYT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.2%
Fair Value
$903.82
Current Price
$593.00
$310.82 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NYT.
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
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : NYT
The strongest argument for NYT centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NYT
The primary concerns for NYT are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
META profiles as a growth stock while NYT 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 57/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 33.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "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 →New York Times Company
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · PUBLISHING · USA
The New York Times Company provides news and information for readers and viewers on various platforms worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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