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Marketwise Inc (MKTW) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Marketwise Inc stock (MKTW) is currently trading at $17.74. Marketwise Inc PE ratio is 6.29. Marketwise Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.11. Analyst consensus price target for MKTW is $20.00. WallStSmart rates MKTW as Sell.

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MKTW

Marketwise Inc

NASDAQFINANCIAL SERVICES
$17.74
$1.52 (9.37%)
52W$8.26
$20.16
Target$20.00+12.7%

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MKTW Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Marketwise Inc (MKTW)

Margin of Safety
+1.6%
Fair Value
MKTW Fair Value
$15.71
Graham Formula
Current Price
$17.74
$2.03 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $15.71
Overvalued
Price $17.74
Graham IV $15.71
Analyst $20.00

MKTW is trading near its Graham intrinsic value of $15.71, suggesting the stock is reasonably priced at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Marketwise Inc (MKTW) · 8 metrics scored

Smart Score

28
out of 100
Grade: F
Avoid
Investment Rating

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 price/sales. Concerns around market cap and price/book. Significant fundamental concerns warrant caution or avoidance.

Marketwise Inc (MKTW) Key Strengths (1)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
Price/SalesValuation
0.1110/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
6.29
Undervalued
Forward P/E
9.12
Attractive
Trailing P/E
6.29
Undervalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.108
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.0058
Undervalued
MKTW Target Price
$20
32% Upside

Marketwise Inc (MKTW) Areas to Watch (7)

Avg Score: 2.4/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-14.40%0/10

Revenue declining -14.40%, a shrinking business

EPS GrowthGrowth
-28.80%0/10

Earnings declining -28.80%, profits shrinking

Price/BookValuation
7.002/10

Very expensive at 7.0x book value

Profit MarginProfitability
1.71%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Market CapQuality
$36M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Institutional Own.Quality
24.27%4/10

Low institutional interest, mostly retail-driven

Operating MarginProfitability
17.30%6/10

Decent operational efficiency, solid but not exceptional

Marketwise Inc (MKTW) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 28/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 8 metrics analyzed, 1 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 2.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.11) suggest the stock is attractively priced.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (7.00) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -14.40%, EPS Growth at -28.80%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 17.30%, Profit Margin at 1.71%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Operating Margin at 17.30% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -14.40% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Revenue Growth and EPS Growth are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

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.

MKTW Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

MKTW's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.11x trades 116% above its historical average of 0.05x (92th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 10% below its historical high of 0.12x set in Jul 2025, and Infinity% above its historical low of 0x in Dec 2024. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~0.0x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Marketwise Inc (MKTW) · FINANCIAL SERVICESFINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES

The Big Picture

Marketwise Inc operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 328M with 14% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 1.7%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 23M in free cash flow and 24M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Low Leverage

Debt-to-equity ratio of -0.42 indicates a conservative balance sheet with 51M in cash.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 14% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Marketwise Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 5.2%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Marketwise Inc.

Bottom Line

Marketwise Inc offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.

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.

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About Marketwise Inc(MKTW)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANG...

Country

USA

Marketwise Inc (MKTW) is a leading provider of innovative digital marketing services and technology solutions tailored specifically for the financial services sector. Leveraging proprietary data and advanced analytics, the company develops targeted marketing strategies that effectively drive client acquisition and improve customer retention. With a commitment to continuous innovation, Marketwise is expanding its service offerings to enhance user experiences and optimize performance for its business partners. This unique market positioning, combined with strong client partnerships, positions Marketwise for robust and sustainable growth in an increasingly competitive landscape.