EchoStar Corporation (SATS)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
SATS
EchoStar Corporation
$127.15
+3.69%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $36.44B
TGT
Target Corporation
$125.25
-0.50%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $56.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 598% more annual revenue ($104.78B vs $15.00B). TGT leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs -96.6%. SATS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. TGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
SATS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
TGT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$323.23
Current Price
$127.15
$196.08 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.2%
Fair Value
$171.51
Current Price
$125.25
$46.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -111.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.3%
Earnings declined 85.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.9%
Revenue declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SATS
PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : SATS
The primary concerns for SATS are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SATS profiles as a turnaround stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
TGT is growing revenue faster at -1.5% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TGT scores higher overall (48/100 vs 34/100). SATS offers better value entry with a 66.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
EchoStar Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
EchoStar Corporation provides broadband satellite technologies and broadband Internet services. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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