Arista Networks (ANET)vsBanco Santander SA ADR (SAN)
ANET
Arista Networks
$166.15
+2.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $212.91B
SAN
Banco Santander SA ADR
$12.47
+1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $188.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Banco Santander SA ADR generates 388% more annual revenue ($47.37B vs $9.71B). ANET leads profitability with a 38.3% profit margin vs 34.1%. ANET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.18. ANET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ANET
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
SAN
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.9%
Fair Value
$465.25
Current Price
$166.15
$299.10 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SAN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.7%
Revenue surging 35.1% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
Earnings expanding 67.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANET
The strongest argument for ANET centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.3% and operating margin at 42.7%. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SAN
The strongest argument for SAN centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 43.3%.
Bear Case : ANET
The primary concerns for ANET are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 58.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SAN
The primary concerns for SAN are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANET profiles as a growth stock while SAN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ANET carries more volatility with a beta of 1.61 — expect wider price swings.
ANET is growing revenue faster at 35.1% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor COMPUTER HARDWARE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ANET scores higher overall (72/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 38.3% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
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 →Banco Santander SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Santander, SA, offers various commercial and retail banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and large companies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain.
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