Waters Corporation (WAT)vsWarner Bros Discovery Inc (WBD)
WAT
Waters Corporation
$302.32
+0.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
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 1078% more annual revenue ($37.30B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 1.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WBD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$302.32
$229.15 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
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
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 : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WBD
The strongest argument for WBD centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
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
WAT profiles as a mature stock while WBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
WBD generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. 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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
Warner Bros Discovery Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Warner Bros. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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