Cable One Inc (CABO)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
CABO
Cable One Inc
$21.31
-0.75%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $120.91M
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$648.03
+0.57%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.65T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 15733% more annual revenue ($228.25B vs $1.44B). META leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs -72.8%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
CABO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
META
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CABO.
Margin of Safety
+31.3%
Fair Value
$943.81
Current Price
$648.03
$295.78 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1230.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 23.2%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 28.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -19.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 13.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CABO
The strongest argument for CABO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : META
The strongest argument for META centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 34.8%. Revenue growth of 28.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CABO
The primary concerns for CABO are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 9.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CABO profiles as a turnaround stock while META is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
META carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
META is growing revenue faster at 28.0% — sustainability is the question.
META generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (71/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 28.0% revenue growth. 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.
Cable One Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Cable One, Inc., provides voice, video and data services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
Meta Platforms Inc.
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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