Netflix Inc (NFLX)vsRoku Inc (ROKU)
NFLX
Netflix Inc
$77.40
+1.83%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $322.29B
ROKU
Roku Inc
$154.93
+0.53%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $23.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Netflix Inc generates 829% more annual revenue ($48.37B vs $5.21B). NFLX leads profitability with a 28.2% profit margin vs 6.8%. ROKU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. NFLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
NFLX
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
ROKU
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.8%
Fair Value
$56.58
Current Price
$77.40
$20.82 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ROKU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.4%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 1443.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.7x book value
Trading at 8.1x book value
6.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NFLX
The strongest argument for NFLX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.2% and operating margin at 33.4%. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ROKU
The strongest argument for ROKU centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NFLX
The primary concerns for NFLX are Price/Book.
Bear Case : ROKU
The primary concerns for ROKU are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 65.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NFLX profiles as a mature stock while ROKU is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ROKU carries more volatility with a beta of 2.05 — expect wider price swings.
ROKU is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
NFLX generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NFLX scores higher overall (73/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 28.2% margins and 13.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Netflix Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Netflix, Inc. is an American over-the-top content platform and production company headquartered in Los Gatos, California. Netflix was founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in Scotts Valley, California. The company's primary business is a subscription-based streaming service offering online streaming from a library of films and television series, including those produced in-house.
Visit Website →Roku Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Roku, Inc. operates a TV streaming platform. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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