Ziff Davis Inc (ZD) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Ziff Davis Inc stock (ZD) is currently trading at $43.46. Ziff Davis Inc PE ratio is 36.75. Ziff Davis Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.15. Analyst consensus price target for ZD is $43.43. WallStSmart rates ZD as Underperform.
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- Ziff Davis Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- ZD Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- ZD analyst price target and Smart Rating
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ZD Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Ziff Davis Inc (ZD)
ZD trades 302% above its Graham fair value of $7.82, 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.
Smart Analysis
Ziff Davis Inc (ZD) · 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 operating margin, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around return on equity and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Ziff Davis Inc (ZD) Key Strengths (4)
Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets
126.11% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Strong operational efficiency: $21 kept per $100 revenue
Paying $1.15 for every $1 of annual revenue
Supporting Valuation Data
Ziff Davis Inc (ZD) Areas to Watch (6)
Revenue declining -1.50%, a shrinking business
Earnings declining -99.70%, profits shrinking
Very low returns on shareholder equity
Very thin margins, barely profitable
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Supporting Valuation Data
Ziff Davis Inc (ZD) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 51/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 2.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Price/Book, Institutional Own., Operating Margin. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (1.15), Price/Book (0.91) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 21.20%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.52) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -1.50%, EPS Growth at -99.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 2.66%, Profit Margin at 3.26%.
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 Return on Equity at 2.66% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -1.50% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high 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
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Price/Book, Institutional Own.) and negatives (Revenue Growth, EPS 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.
ZD Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
ZD's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.15x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 4.34x (2th percentile). The current valuation is 91% below its historical high of 13.47x set in Apr 2006, and 55% above its historical low of 0.74x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~0.7x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Ziff Davis Inc (ZD) · COMMUNICATION SERVICES › ADVERTISING AGENCIES
The Big Picture
Ziff Davis Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 1.5B with 150% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 326.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 266.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 326.0% and operating margin of 21.2% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
Revenue contracted 150% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.
What to Watch Next
Sector dynamics: monitor ADVERTISING AGENCIES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Ziff Davis Inc.
Bottom Line
Ziff Davis Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.
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 Ziff Davis Inc(ZD)
NASDAQ
COMMUNICATION SERVICES
ADVERTISING AGENCIES
USA
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