Meta Platforms Inc. (META)vsTelephone and Data Systems Inc (TDS)
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$610.15
+0.84%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.57T
TDS
Telephone and Data Systems Inc
$32.87
+1.58%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 19106% more annual revenue ($241.61B vs $1.26B). TDS leads profitability with a 33.2% profit margin vs 31.1%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
META
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
TDS
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.9%
Fair Value
$989.96
Current Price
$610.15
$379.81 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TDS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.4%
Earnings expanding 264.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
3.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
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 31.1% and operating margin at 35.4%. Revenue growth of 26.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TDS
The strongest argument for TDS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.2% and operating margin at -6.6%.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TDS
The primary concerns for TDS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
META profiles as a growth stock while TDS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
META carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
META is growing revenue faster at 26.1% — sustainability is the question.
TDS generates stronger free cash flow (-113M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (81/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 31.1% margins and 26.1% 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 →Telephone and Data Systems Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc., a telecommunications company, provides communications services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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