Amazon.com Inc (AMZN)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
AMZN
Amazon.com Inc
$246.03
+2.90%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.65T
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$593.00
+1.70%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.51T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amazon.com Inc generates 246% more annual revenue ($742.78B vs $214.96B). META leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 12.2%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
AMZN
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
META
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-60.9%
Fair Value
$152.91
Current Price
$246.03
$93.12 premium
Margin of Safety
+33.6%
Fair Value
$903.82
Current Price
$593.00
$310.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 74.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
16.6% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.6%
Revenue surging 33.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 62.4% YoY
Generating 13.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMZN
The strongest argument for AMZN centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : META
The strongest argument for META centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 40.6%. Revenue growth of 33.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMZN
The primary concerns for AMZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMZN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
META is growing revenue faster at 33.1% — sustainability is the question.
META generates stronger free cash flow (13.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (83/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 33.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Amazon.com Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Amazon.com, Inc. is an American multinational technology company which focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook. The company has been referred to as one of the most influential economic and cultural forces in the world, as well as the world's most valuable brand.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Meta Platforms, Inc. develops products that enable people to connect and share with friends and family through mobile devices, PCs, virtual reality headsets, wearables and home devices around the world. The company is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.
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