Apple Inc. (AAPL)vsUpland Software Inc (UPLD)
AAPL
Apple Inc.
$341.07
+1.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.98T
UPLD
Upland Software Inc
$3.37
-4.26%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $10.85M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc. generates 236064% more annual revenue ($466.82B vs $197.67M). AAPL leads profitability with a 0.3% profit margin vs -18.5%. UPLD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
UPLD
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 120 in profit
Generating 31.9B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.2% revenue growth
0.3% earnings growth
0.3% margin — thin
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -18.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : UPLD
The strongest argument for UPLD centers on Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : UPLD
The primary concerns for UPLD are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a value stock while UPLD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
UPLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
AAPL is growing revenue faster at 0.2% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (31.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Visit Website →Upland Software Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Upland Software, Inc. offers cloud-based enterprise work management software in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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