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

NetEase Inc stock (NTES) is currently trading at $113.06. NetEase Inc PE ratio is 15.29. NetEase Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.66. Analyst consensus price target for NTES is $162.73. WallStSmart rates NTES as Hold.

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NTES

NetEase Inc

NASDAQCOMMUNICATION SERVICES
$113.06
$0.92 (0.82%)
52W$86.47
$157.33
Target$162.73+43.9%

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NTES Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · NetEase Inc (NTES)

Margin of Safety
-129.0%
Significantly Overvalued
NTES Fair Value
$51.75
Graham Formula
Current Price
$113.06
$61.31 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $51.75
Overvalued
Price $113.06
Graham IV $51.75
Analyst $162.73

NTES trades 129% above its Graham fair value of $51.75, indicating the stock may be overvalued 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

NetEase Inc (NTES) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
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 market cap, peg ratio, return on equity. Concerns around revenue growth and eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

NetEase Inc (NTES) Key Strengths (6)

Avg Score: 9.3/10
Operating MarginProfitability
30.20%10/10

Keeps $30 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Price/SalesValuation
0.6610/10

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

Profit MarginProfitability
30.00%10/10

Keeps $30 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Market CapQuality
$74.82B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Return on EquityProfitability
22.60%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates $23 in profit

PEG RatioValuation
1.278/10

Good growth relative to its price

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
12.58
Attractive
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.664
Undervalued
NTES Target Price
$162.73
30% Upside

NetEase Inc (NTES) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 2.0/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-29.40%0/10

Earnings declining -29.40%, profits shrinking

Revenue GrowthGrowth
3.00%2/10

Revenue growing slowly at 3.00% annually

Institutional Own.Quality
9.81%2/10

Very low institutional interest at 9.81%

Price/BookValuation
3.174/10

Premium pricing at 3.2x book value

NetEase Inc (NTES) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 65/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 2.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Price/Sales, Profit Margin. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.27), Price/Sales (0.66) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 22.60%, Operating Margin at 30.20%, Profit Margin at 30.00%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Revenue Growth, Institutional Own.. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (3.17) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 3.00%, EPS Growth at -29.40%, which may limit upside.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 22.60% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 3.00% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high 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

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Operating Margin, Price/Sales) and negatives (EPS Growth, Revenue Growth). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

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.

NTES Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

NTES's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.66x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 4.66x (1th percentile). The current valuation is 92% below its historical high of 8.37x set in Sep 2009, and 1% above its historical low of 0.66x in Mar 2026.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for NetEase Inc (NTES) · COMMUNICATION SERVICESELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA

The Big Picture

NetEase Inc operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 112.6B with 3% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 30.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 22.6% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 30.0% and operating margin of 30.2% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor ELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact NetEase Inc.

Bottom Line

NetEase 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 NetEase Inc(NTES)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

COMMUNICATION SERVICES

Industry

ELECTRONIC GAMING & MULTIMEDIA

Country

China

NetEase, Inc. offers online services that focus on gaming, communication, and commerce in the People's Republic of China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hangzhou, the People's Republic of China.