AlphaStocks
7.4
Consider Buy

ZIFF DAVIS, INC. (ZD)

Communication Services / Advertising

S&P SmallCap 600

$41.19

Above average across most dimensions. A solid candidate.

Consider Buy

Score based on 4 of 5 models — moderate confidence

#33out of 1125 in Communication Services

Is ZIFF DAVIS, INC. a Good Investment in 2026?

ZIFF DAVIS, INC. (ZD) scores 7.4 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Consider Buy rating. The Buffett model rates ZIFF DAVIS, INC. as Strong. The Graham model is the least favorable, rating it Neutral. ZIFF DAVIS, INC. currently trades above its estimated fair value of $24, suggesting limited upside at current prices. ZIFF DAVIS, INC. ranks #33 out of 1125 stocks in the Communication Services sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E35.8ROE2.7Market Cap2B

Estimated Fair Value

$23.8373% above

Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 36x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -19% may not justify the premium.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

6/9

Buffett

Strong

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

23% above fair value

Lynch

Attractive

Growth rate vs price (PEG)

Greenblatt

Strong

Top 25% (rank 18%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ZIFF DAVIS, INC. (ZD) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, ZIFF DAVIS, INC. (ZD) scores 7.4 out of 10, earning a Consider Buy rating. This places it above average across most investment dimensions. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 36x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -19% may not justify the premium.
What is ZIFF DAVIS, INC.'s Piotroski F-Score?
ZIFF DAVIS, INC.'s Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 6/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is ZD overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $24, ZD appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 73% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 36x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -19% may not justify the premium.
How does ZD compare to other Communication Services stocks?
ZIFF DAVIS, INC. ranks #33 out of 1125 stocks in the Communication Services sector, placing it in the top 3% of its sector by composite score. This is a strong position relative to sector peers.
What do investment models say about ZD?
AlphaStocks evaluates ZD using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Strong; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Attractive; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Strong. These models are combined into a single composite score of 7.4/10.

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