Electronic Arts Inc (EA)vsMeta Platforms Inc. (META)
EA
Electronic Arts Inc
$202.67
+0.07%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $50.72B
META
Meta Platforms Inc.
$611.91
-8.55%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.55T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Meta Platforms Inc. generates 2651% more annual revenue ($200.97B vs $7.31B). META leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs 9.3%. META appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. META earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
EA
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
META
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-85.3%
Fair Value
$109.12
Current Price
$202.67
$93.55 premium
Margin of Safety
+30.1%
Fair Value
$875.05
Current Price
$611.91
$263.14 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Generating 14.8B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.2x book value
1.0% revenue growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EA
The strongest argument for EA centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : META
The strongest argument for META centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 41.3%. Revenue growth of 23.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EA
The primary concerns for EA are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 75.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : META
The primary concerns for META are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EA profiles as a value stock while META is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
META carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
META is growing revenue faster at 23.8% — sustainability is the question.
META generates stronger free cash flow (14.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
META scores higher overall (75/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 23.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Electronic Arts Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA · USA
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) is an American video game company headquartered in Redwood City, California. It is the second-largest gaming company in the Americas and Europe by revenue and market capitalization after Activision Blizzard and ahead of Take-Two Interactive, and Ubisoft as of May 2020.
Visit Website →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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