eBay Inc (EBAY)vsToll Brothers Inc (TOL)
EBAY
eBay Inc
$118.62
-1.91%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $52.52B
TOL
Toll Brothers Inc
$149.32
-2.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $13.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
eBay Inc generates 12% more annual revenue ($12.01B vs $10.76B). EBAY leads profitability with a 18.6% profit margin vs 11.1%. TOL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. EBAY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
EBAY
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
TOL
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.5%
Fair Value
$95.82
Current Price
$118.62
$22.80 premium
Margin of Safety
-45.7%
Fair Value
$96.03
Current Price
$149.32
$53.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Earnings expanding 55.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 9.7%
Earnings declined 20.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EBAY
The strongest argument for EBAY centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.6% and operating margin at 21.6%. Revenue growth of 14.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TOL
The strongest argument for TOL centers on P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EBAY
The primary concerns for EBAY are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TOL
The primary concerns for TOL are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EBAY profiles as a mature stock while TOL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
EBAY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
EBAY is growing revenue faster at 14.8% — sustainability is the question.
EBAY generates stronger free cash flow (300M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EBAY scores higher overall (70/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 18.6% margins and 14.8% 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.
eBay Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
eBay Inc. is an American multinational e-commerce corporation based in San Jose, California, that facilitates consumer-to-consumer and business-to-consumer sales through its website.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
Toll Brothers, Inc. designs, builds, markets, sells and manages the financing of a variety of detached and attached homes in luxury residential communities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania.
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