Cinemark Holdings Inc (CNK)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
CNK
Cinemark Holdings Inc
$35.08
-0.20%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.10B
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$648.03
+0.57%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.65T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 6686% more annual revenue ($228.25B vs $3.36B). META leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs 6.4%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
CNK
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
META
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.0%
Fair Value
$31.37
Current Price
$35.08
$3.71 discount
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
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Earnings expanding 88.6% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
15.5% revenue growth
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.1x book value
6.4% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 13.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNK
The strongest argument for CNK centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : CNK
The primary concerns for CNK are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
Monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (71/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 28.0% revenue growth. CNK offers better value entry with a 17.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Cinemark Holdings Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Cinemark Holdings, Inc., is in the motion picture business. The company is headquartered in Plano, Texas.
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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