AstroNova Inc (ALOT)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
ALOT
AstroNova Inc
$14.49
-4.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $118.08M
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$575.50
+6.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $204.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Western Digital Corporation generates 7724% more annual revenue ($11.78B vs $150.51M). WDC leads profitability with a 55.3% profit margin vs -1.6%. WDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
ALOT
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
WDC
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.2%
Fair Value
$16.83
Current Price
$14.49
$2.34 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WDC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 65.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 67 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.0%
Revenue surging 45.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 482.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.5% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.3%
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 27.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALOT
The strongest argument for ALOT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 55.3% and operating margin at 37.0%. Revenue growth of 45.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALOT
The primary concerns for ALOT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALOT profiles as a turnaround stock while WDC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.16 — expect wider price swings.
WDC is growing revenue faster at 45.5% — sustainability is the question.
WDC generates stronger free cash flow (978M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDC scores higher overall (80/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 55.3% margins and 45.5% revenue growth. ALOT offers better value entry with a 42.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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.
Western Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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