Procter & Gamble Company (PG)vsPayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL)
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$143.92
+0.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $337.14B
PYPL
PayPal Holdings Inc
$44.85
+1.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $41.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 157% more annual revenue ($85.26B vs $33.17B). PG leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 15.8%. PYPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. PYPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
PG
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
PYPL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-211.9%
Fair Value
$45.90
Current Price
$143.92
$98.02 premium
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Generating 3.8B in free cash flow
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
1.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.4%
3.7% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 26.3%.
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 : PG
The primary concerns for PG are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PYPL
The primary concerns for PYPL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PYPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
PYPL is growing revenue faster at 3.7% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PYPL scores higher overall (78/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 15.8% margins. 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.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
Visit Website →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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