Mastercard Inc (MA)vsOmnicom Group Inc (OMC)
MA
Mastercard Inc
$495.48
-1.09%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $442.62B
OMC
Omnicom Group Inc
$77.06
+0.18%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $21.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mastercard Inc generates 71% more annual revenue ($33.94B vs $19.82B). MA leads profitability with a 45.9% profit margin vs 0.3%. MA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. MA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
OMC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MA.
Margin of Safety
+23.7%
Fair Value
$90.88
Current Price
$77.06
$13.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Revenue surging 69.2% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 57.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : OMC
The strongest argument for OMC centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 69.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : OMC
The primary concerns for OMC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MA profiles as a growth stock while OMC is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
OMC is growing revenue faster at 69.2% — sustainability is the question.
MA generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MA scores higher overall (70/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 45.9% margins and 15.8% revenue growth. OMC offers better value entry with a 23.7% margin of safety. 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.
Mastercard Inc
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.
Visit Website →Omnicom Group Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Omnicom Group Inc. is an American global media, marketing and corporate communications holding company, headquartered in New York City.
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