Netflix Inc (NFLX)vsSynchrony Financial (SYF)
NFLX
Netflix Inc
$87.49
-0.86%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $371.60B
SYF
Synchrony Financial
$73.14
-1.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Netflix Inc generates 374% more annual revenue ($46.89B vs $9.89B). SYF leads profitability with a 36.4% profit margin vs 28.5%. NFLX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. SYF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
NFLX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
SYF
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-54.5%
Fair Value
$56.63
Current Price
$87.49
$30.86 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SYF.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.3%
Earnings expanding 86.4% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.0%
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 28.5% and operating margin at 32.3%. Revenue growth of 16.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SYF
The strongest argument for SYF centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.4% and operating margin at 48.0%.
Bear Case : NFLX
The primary concerns for NFLX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SYF
The primary concerns for SYF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NFLX profiles as a growth stock while SYF is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NFLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
NFLX is growing revenue faster at 16.2% — sustainability is the question.
NFLX generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NFLX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 28.5% margins and 16.2% revenue growth. 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.
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 →Synchrony Financial
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Synchrony Financial is a consumer financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United States. The company offers consumer financing products, including credit, promotional financing and loyalty programs, installment lending to industries, and FDIC-insured consumer savings products through Synchrony Bank, its wholly owned online bank subsidiary.
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