Box Inc (BOX)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
BOX
Box Inc
$27.45
-0.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.45B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$116.67
+7.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palantir Technologies Inc. generates 672% more annual revenue ($5.22B vs $676.39M). PLTR leads profitability with a 43.7% profit margin vs -19.8%. BOX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
BOX
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PLTR
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.1%
Fair Value
$17.66
Current Price
$27.45
$9.79 premium
Margin of Safety
-48.0%
Fair Value
$76.30
Current Price
$116.67
$40.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Revenue surging 84.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 325.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 196.1x book value
Earnings declined 58.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 33.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BOX
The strongest argument for BOX centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.7% and operating margin at 46.2%. Revenue growth of 84.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BOX
The primary concerns for BOX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 126.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BOX profiles as a turnaround stock while PLTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 84.7% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (892M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (75/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 43.7% margins and 84.7% 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.
Box Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Box, Inc. provides a cloud content management platform that enables organizations of various sizes to manage and share their content from anywhere and on any device. The company is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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