Amazon.com Inc (AMZN)vsSynchrony Financial (SYF)
AMZN
Amazon.com Inc
$211.71
+2.16%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.20T
SYF
Synchrony Financial
$67.63
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amazon.com Inc generates 7249% more annual revenue ($716.92B vs $9.76B). SYF leads profitability with a 36.4% profit margin vs 10.8%. AMZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.92. SYF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
AMZN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SYF
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-95.3%
Fair Value
$106.12
Current Price
$211.71
$105.59 premium
Margin of Safety
+59.2%
Fair Value
$178.92
Current Price
$67.63
$111.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Generating 14.9B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMZN
The strongest argument for AMZN centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 13.6% 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 48.5%.
Bear Case : AMZN
The primary concerns for AMZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SYF
The primary concerns for SYF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMZN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
AMZN is growing revenue faster at 13.6% — sustainability is the question.
AMZN generates stronger free cash flow (14.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SYF scores higher overall (71/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 36.4% 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.
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.
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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