Electronic Arts Inc (EA)vsMeridian Holdings Inc (MRDN)
EA
Electronic Arts Inc
$202.09
-0.14%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $50.57B
MRDN
Meridian Holdings Inc
$12.85
+16.82%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $139.18M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Electronic Arts Inc generates 3740% more annual revenue ($7.31B vs $190.24M). EA leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs -45.9%. EA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 41/100 (D).
EA
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
MRDN
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-84.7%
Fair Value
$109.50
Current Price
$202.09
$92.59 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MRDN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
17.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.2x book value
1.0% revenue growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -110.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EA
The strongest argument for EA centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MRDN
The strongest argument for MRDN centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EA
The primary concerns for EA are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 75.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MRDN
The primary concerns for MRDN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EA profiles as a value stock while MRDN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
MRDN is growing revenue faster at 17.3% — sustainability is the question.
EA generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EA scores higher overall (41/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA · USA
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