Walt Disney Company (DIS)vsNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)
DIS
Walt Disney Company
$108.02
-0.59%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $188.69B
NOC
Northrop Grumman Corporation
$549.52
-0.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walt Disney Company generates 130% more annual revenue ($97.26B vs $42.37B). DIS leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 10.8%. DIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.08. NOC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DIS
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NOC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.1%
Fair Value
$126.48
Current Price
$108.02
$18.46 discount
Margin of Safety
-60.9%
Fair Value
$421.87
Current Price
$549.52
$127.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 84.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 29.8%
4.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DIS
The strongest argument for DIS centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : NOC
The strongest argument for NOC centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : DIS
The primary concerns for DIS are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NOC
The primary concerns for NOC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DIS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
DIS is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
DIS generates stronger free cash flow (4.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NOC scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100). DIS offers better value entry with a 16.1% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Walt Disney Company
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
The Walt Disney Company, commonly known as Disney, is an American diversified multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered at the Walt Disney Studios complex in Burbank, California.
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INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is an American multinational aerospace and defense technology company.
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