Apple Inc.

Apple Inc. is a global technology corporation that specializes in the conceptualization, production, and sale of a diverse suite of electronic devices. Its comprehensive hardware lineup features the well-known iPhone smartphones, Mac personal computers, and versatile iPad tablets. The company also supplies a range of wearables, smart home products, and accessories, including AirPods, Apple TV, Apple Watch, items from the Beats brand, and HomePod speakers. Beyond its device offerings, Apple delivers essential support services like AppleCare and robust cloud solutions. It oversees key digital platforms, prominently the App Store, which acts as a central hub for customers to discover and download countless applications and digital content, from e-books and music to videos, games, and podcasts. The company also generates revenue via advertising, leveraging both its proprietary ad platforms and third-party licensing deals. Apple's ecosystem is further bolstered by a wide array of subscription-based services: Apple Arcade for gaming, Apple Fitness+ for personalized wellness, Apple Music for curated audio experiences and on-demand radio, Apple News+ for access to news and magazines, and Apple TV+ for exclusive original video programming. Its financial services portfolio includes the co-branded Apple Card and the mobile payment system, Apple Pay. Additionally, Apple strategically licenses its intellectual property. The company serves a broad clientele that spans individual consumers, small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as institutional clients in the education, corporate, and governmental sectors. Products are distributed through a multi-channel strategy, utilizing Apple's own physical retail locations and online storefronts, a dedicated direct sales team, and collaborations with external partners such as mobile network providers, wholesalers, general retailers, and authorized resellers. The App Store additionally functions as the primary conduit for third-party applications designed for its devices. Founded in 1976, Apple Inc. is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

Meta Platforms, Inc.

Meta Platforms Inc., which operated as Facebook, Inc. until its October 2021 rebranding, is a technology enterprise focused on developing innovative products that empower people globally to connect and share with their friends and family. These services are accessible across a variety of digital platforms, including mobile phones, personal computers, virtual reality devices, and wearables. The company's activities are organized into two principal divisions: the Family of Apps and Reality Labs. The Family of Apps segment encompasses well-known platforms such as: Facebook, where users can share content, participate in discussions, explore new interests, and build connections. Instagram, a vibrant community dedicated to sharing visual media like photos and videos, sending private messages, and utilizing features such as user feeds, ephemeral stories, short video reels, live streams, and integrated shopping functionalities. Messenger, a dedicated application that facilitates text, audio, and video communications, enabling individuals to communicate with their social networks, communities, and even businesses across different devices and operating systems. WhatsApp, a widely adopted and secure messaging service employed by individuals and enterprises for private communication and financial transactions. The Reality Labs division concentrates on pioneering augmented and virtual reality technologies. This segment is responsible for creating consumer-grade hardware, sophisticated software, and engaging content, all aimed at fostering a sense of connection among people, regardless of their physical location or time zone. Meta Platforms Inc. was founded in 2004 and its corporate headquarters are situated in Menlo Park, California.

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	AAPL	META
Basics
Name	Apple Inc.	Meta Platforms, Inc.
Price	$309.35	$549.90
Sector	Technology	Communication Services
Market cap	large / 4,543,533,579	large / 1,400,862,865
Beta	1.09	1.24
Dividends
Dividend	$1.06	$2.10
Yield	0.34%	0.38%
Frequency	Quarterly	Quarterly
Payout ratio	12.14%	7.91%
Dividend CAGR (3y)	4.09%	–
Dividend CAGR (5y)
Dividend CAGR (10y)
Dividend safety score
Overall score
Forward payout ratio
Payout ratio/FCF
Dividend CAGR (3y)
Revenue CAGR (3y)
Debt/EBITDA
Debt/Equity
Valuation
P/E	35.44x	20.71x
P/S	8.39x	6.59x
P/B	41.61x	6.10x
P/CF	27.09x	11.45x
P/FCF	29.65x	28.74x
PEG ratio	5.30x	6.27x
EV/EBITDA	23.61x	12.05x
Fundamentals
Gross margin	47.33%	82.00%
Operating margin	32.38%	41.44%
Pretax margin	32.40%	42.76%
Net margin	27.04%	30.08%
Tax rate	16.56%	29.64%
ROE	159.94%	30.56%
ROA	31.05%	16.52%
Interest coverage	–	58.81x

	AAPL	META
Basics
Name	Apple Inc.	Meta Platforms, Inc.
Price	$309.35	$549.90
Sector	Technology	Communication Services
Market cap	large / 4,543,533,579	large / 1,400,862,865
Beta	1.09	1.24
Dividends
Dividend	$1.06	$2.10
Yield	0.34%	0.38%
Frequency	Quarterly	Quarterly
Payout ratio	12.14%	7.91%
Dividend CAGR (3y)	4.09%	–
Dividend CAGR (5y)
Dividend CAGR (10y)
Dividend safety score
Overall score
Forward payout ratio
Payout ratio/FCF
Dividend CAGR (3y)
Revenue CAGR (3y)
Debt/EBITDA
Debt/Equity
Valuation
P/E	35.44x	20.71x
P/S	8.39x	6.59x
P/B	41.61x	6.10x
P/CF	27.09x	11.45x
P/FCF	29.65x	28.74x
PEG ratio	5.30x	6.27x
EV/EBITDA	23.61x	12.05x
Fundamentals
Gross margin	47.33%	82.00%
Operating margin	32.38%	41.44%
Pretax margin	32.40%	42.76%
Net margin	27.04%	30.08%
Tax rate	16.56%	29.64%
ROE	159.94%	30.56%
ROA	31.05%	16.52%
Interest coverage	–	58.81x

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