Arista Networks (ANET)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
ANET
Arista Networks
$131.22
-3.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $165.24B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$111.26
-1.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 216% more annual revenue ($28.44B vs $9.01B). ANET leads profitability with a 39.0% profit margin vs 8.3%. PCAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.13. ANET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ANET
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
PCAR
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-28.9%
Fair Value
$103.11
Current Price
$131.22
$28.11 premium
Margin of Safety
-327.9%
Fair Value
$30.26
Current Price
$111.26
$81.00 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.5%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 28.9% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 13.7%
Earnings declined 35.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANET
The strongest argument for ANET centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.0% and operating margin at 41.5%. Revenue growth of 28.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ANET
The primary concerns for ANET are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 47.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANET profiles as a growth stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ANET carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
ANET is growing revenue faster at 28.9% — sustainability is the question.
ANET generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ANET scores higher overall (69/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 39.0% margins and 28.9% revenue growth. 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.
Arista Networks
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Arista Networks (formerly Arastra) is an American computer networking company headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company designs and sells multilayer network switches to deliver software-defined networking (SDN) solutions for large datacenter, cloud computing, high-performance computing, and high-frequency trading environments.
Visit Website →PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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