Magnite Inc (MGNI)vsPayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL)
MGNI
Magnite Inc
$12.11
+0.67%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.75B
PYPL
PayPal Holdings Inc
$44.85
+1.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $41.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PayPal Holdings Inc generates 4546% more annual revenue ($33.17B vs $713.95M). MGNI leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 15.8%. PYPL trades at a lower P/E of 8.2x. PYPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
MGNI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
PYPL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.5%
Fair Value
$44.46
Current Price
$12.11
$32.35 discount
Margin of Safety
+82.3%
Fair Value
$253.19
Current Price
$44.85
$208.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 230.0% YoY
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 39.4% YoY
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.7% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MGNI
The strongest argument for MGNI centers on EPS Growth, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 25.4%.
Bull Case : PYPL
The strongest argument for PYPL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 17.5%. PEG of 0.69 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MGNI
The primary concerns for MGNI are Market Cap.
Bear Case : PYPL
The primary concerns for PYPL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MGNI profiles as a mature stock while PYPL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MGNI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.40 — expect wider price swings.
MGNI is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
PYPL generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PYPL scores higher overall (78/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 15.8% margins. MGNI offers better value entry with a 73.5% 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.
Magnite Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Magnite, Inc. operates an independent sales advertising platform in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
PayPal Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
PayPal Holdings, Inc. is an American company operating an online payments system in the majority of countries that support online money transfers, and serves as an electronic alternative to traditional paper methods like checks and money orders. The company operates as a payment processor for online vendors, auction sites, and many other commercial users, for which it charges a fee.
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