AstroNova Inc (ALOT)vsDell Technologies Inc (DELL)
ALOT
AstroNova Inc
$8.35
-2.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $66.45M
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$184.01
+4.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $117.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dell Technologies Inc generates 74797% more annual revenue ($113.54B vs $151.59M). DELL leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs -11.2%. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
ALOT
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
DELL
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ALOT.
Margin of Safety
+69.5%
Fair Value
$406.69
Current Price
$184.01
$222.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.3%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -20.3% — below average capital efficiency
5.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALOT
The strongest argument for ALOT centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALOT
The primary concerns for ALOT are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALOT profiles as a turnaround stock while DELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DELL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (75/100 vs 34/100) and 39.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AstroNova Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
AstroNova, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes specialty printers and data acquisition and analysis systems in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Central and South America, and internationally.
Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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