Meta Platforms Inc. (META) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Meta Platforms Inc. stock (META) is currently trading at $594.89. Meta Platforms Inc. PE ratio is 25.25. Meta Platforms Inc. PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 7.47. Analyst consensus price target for META is $863.63. WallStSmart rates META as Buy.
Meta Platforms Inc. (META) stock price prediction for 2030: Base case $915.18. Bull case $1143.98. Bear case $686.39. See full META 2030 price forecast and methodology on WallStSmart.
- META PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- META PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- META intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- META stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- META fair value vs current price
- META insider transactions and insider buying
- Is META undervalued or overvalued?
- Meta Platforms Inc. financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- META Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- META analyst price target and Smart Rating
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META Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Meta Platforms Inc. (META)
META trades at a modest 5% premium above its Graham fair value of $562.36. Consider waiting for a pullback.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Meta Platforms Inc. (META) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, return on equity. Concerns around price/book. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Meta Platforms Inc. (META) Key Strengths (7)
Mega-cap company, among the largest in the world
Growing significantly faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $30 in profit
Keeps $41 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs
Keeps $30 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
78.72% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Strong revenue growth at 23.80% annually
Supporting Valuation Data
Meta Platforms Inc. (META) Areas to Watch (3)
Very expensive at 6.9x book value
Premium valuation at 7.5x annual revenue
Solid earnings growth at 10.70%
Supporting Valuation Data
Meta Platforms Inc. (META) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 77/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 7 register as strengths (avg 9.7/10) while 3 fall into concern territory (avg 4.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.97) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 30.20%, Operating Margin at 41.30%, Profit Margin at 30.10%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 23.80%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Price/Book, Price/Sales, EPS Growth. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (7.47), Price/Book (6.91) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at 10.70%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Book improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 30.20% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 23.80% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
The combination of Market Cap and PEG Ratio makes a compelling case at current levels. The key risk is Price/Book, but the overall fundamental picture is positive with a clear path to maintaining or improving the current B+ grade.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
META Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
META's Price-to-Sales ratio of 7.47x trades 35% below its historical average of 11.43x (15th percentile). The current valuation is 66% below its historical high of 22.25x set in Feb 2014, and 231% above its historical low of 2.26x in Oct 2022. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~9.2x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
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Data-driven financial summary for Meta Platforms Inc. (META) · COMMUNICATION SERVICES › INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION
The Big Picture
Meta Platforms Inc. is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 201.0B with 24% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 30.1%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 30.2% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 30.1% and operating margin of 41.3% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
What to Watch Next
Growth sustainability: can Meta Platforms Inc. maintain 24%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Sector dynamics: monitor INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Meta Platforms Inc..
Bottom Line
Meta Platforms Inc. offers an attractive blend of growth (24% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(129 last 3 months)
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ALFORD, PEGGY Director | Sell | -392 |
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OLIVAN, JAVIER Chief Operating Officer | Sell | -517 |
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OLIVAN, JAVIER Chief Operating Officer | Sell | -517 |
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OLIVAN, JAVIER Chief Operating Officer | Sell | -517 |
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OLIVAN, JAVIER Chief Operating Officer | Sell | -517 |
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KIMMITT, ROBERT M Director | Sell | -580 |
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OLIVAN, JAVIER Chief Operating Officer | Sell | -517 |
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OLIVAN, JAVIER Chief Operating Officer | Sell | -517 |
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NEWSTEAD, JENNIFER Chief Legal Officer | Sell | -519 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
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OLIVAN, JAVIER Chief Operating Officer | Sell | -517 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
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About Meta Platforms Inc.(META)
NASDAQ
COMMUNICATION SERVICES
INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION
USA
Meta Platforms, Inc. develops products that enable people to connect and share with friends and family through mobile devices, PCs, virtual reality headsets, wearables and home devices around the world. The company is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.