News Corp B (NWS)vsWarner Bros Discovery Inc (WBD)
NWS
News Corp B
$27.59
+1.55%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $14.97B
WBD
Warner Bros Discovery Inc
$27.22
-0.22%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $67.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Warner Bros Discovery Inc generates 332% more annual revenue ($37.30B vs $8.62B). NWS leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 1.9%. NWS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.23. NWS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
NWS
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WBD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-410.7%
Fair Value
$5.24
Current Price
$27.59
$22.35 premium
Margin of Safety
-106.3%
Fair Value
$13.57
Current Price
$27.22
$13.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 9.9%
2.3% earnings growth
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NWS
The strongest argument for NWS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WBD
The strongest argument for WBD centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NWS
The primary concerns for NWS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WBD
The primary concerns for WBD are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 94.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
NWS is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — sustainability is the question.
WBD generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NWS scores higher overall (54/100 vs 51/100). Both earn "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.
News Corp B
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
News Corporation is an American mass media and publishing company operating across digital real estate information, news media, book publishing, and cable television.
Warner Bros Discovery Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Warner Bros. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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