Netflix Inc (NFLX)vsSynchrony Financial (SYF)
NFLX
Netflix Inc
$92.28
+1.50%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $385.67B
SYF
Synchrony Financial
$67.63
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Netflix Inc generates 363% more annual revenue ($45.18B vs $9.76B). SYF leads profitability with a 36.4% profit margin vs 24.3%. NFLX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.92. SYF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
NFLX
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
SYF
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.1%
Fair Value
$118.40
Current Price
$92.28
$26.12 discount
Margin of Safety
+59.2%
Fair Value
$178.92
Current Price
$67.63
$111.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.5%
17.6% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 14.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NFLX
The strongest argument for NFLX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 24.5%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SYF
The strongest argument for SYF centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.4% and operating margin at 48.5%.
Bear Case : NFLX
The primary concerns for NFLX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SYF
The primary concerns for SYF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NFLX profiles as a growth stock while SYF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NFLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — expect wider price swings.
NFLX is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
SYF generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SYF scores higher overall (71/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 36.4% margins. NFLX offers better value entry with a 22.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Netflix Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Netflix, Inc. is an American over-the-top content platform and production company headquartered in Los Gatos, California. Netflix was founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in Scotts Valley, California. The company's primary business is a subscription-based streaming service offering online streaming from a library of films and television series, including those produced in-house.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Synchrony Financial is a consumer financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United States. The company offers consumer financing products, including credit, promotional financing and loyalty programs, installment lending to industries, and FDIC-insured consumer savings products through Synchrony Bank, its wholly owned online bank subsidiary.
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