Apple Inc. (AAPL)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
AAPL
Apple Inc.
$338.98
+0.23%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.85T
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$183.09
+1.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $401.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc. generates 7483% more annual revenue ($466.82B vs $6.16B). PLTR leads profitability with a 49.0% profit margin vs 27.6%. PLTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
PLTR
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 120 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Generating 31.9B in free cash flow
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.4% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 215.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 46.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 45.0x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.6% and operating margin at 32.6%. Revenue growth of 16.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 141.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 92.8% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (31.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (75/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 49.0% margins and 92.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apple Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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