Aviat Networks Inc (AVNW)vsHewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE)
AVNW
Aviat Networks Inc
$18.94
-2.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $271.32M
HPE
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
$55.13
-5.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $92.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co generates 9423% more annual revenue ($41.87B vs $439.68M). HPE leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs 0.6%. HPE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. HPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
AVNW
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
HPE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 410.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVNW
The strongest argument for AVNW centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : HPE
The strongest argument for HPE centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVNW
The primary concerns for AVNW are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 111.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : HPE
The primary concerns for HPE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVNW profiles as a value stock while HPE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HPE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
HPE is growing revenue faster at 33.7% — sustainability is the question.
HPE generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HPE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 52/100) and 33.7% 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.
Aviat Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Aviat Networks, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells a range of wireless networking products, solutions, and services in North America, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Russia, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Visit Website →Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
The Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE) is an American multinational enterprise information technology company based in Houston, Texas, United States.
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