Flex Ltd (FLEX)vsMastercard Inc (MA)
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$145.07
+2.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $53.34B
MA
Mastercard Inc
$497.81
+0.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $442.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mastercard Inc generates 26% more annual revenue ($33.94B vs $26.83B). MA leads profitability with a 45.9% profit margin vs 3.2%. FLEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. MA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
FLEX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$67.21
Current Price
$145.07
$77.86 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.9% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 232 in profit
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.8% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 57.6x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MA
The strongest argument for MA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.9% and operating margin at 60.8%. Revenue growth of 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 62.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MA
The primary concerns for MA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
FLEX is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
MA generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MA scores higher overall (70/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 45.9% margins and 15.8% 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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Mastercard Incorporated is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in the Mastercard International Global Headquarters in Purchase, New York. The Global Operations Headquarters is located in O'Fallon, Missouri, a municipality of St. Charles County, Missouri. Throughout the world, its principal business is to process payments between the banks of merchants and the card-issuing banks or credit unions of the purchasers who use the Mastercard brand debit, credit and prepaid cards to make purchases. Mastercard Worldwide has been a publicly traded company since 2006.
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