I think you nailed it there. Market cap is valuation and subject to change on a whim [edit- specifically, it's a measure of sentiment; it's a prediction of fut

I think you nailed it there. Market cap is valuation and subject to change on a whim [edit- specifically, it's a measure of sentiment; it's a prediction of future cash flows] . Free cash flow is probably a more accurate measurement of the "poor" vs. "rich" concept. Let's be honest though- both companies are filthy rich.