Calix Inc (CALX)vsCrowdstrike Holdings Inc (CRWD)
CALX
Calix Inc
$37.27
-2.79%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.45B
CRWD
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc
$671.02
-1.26%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $195.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc generates 354% more annual revenue ($4.81B vs $1.06B). CALX leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs -3.4%. CALX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.34. CRWD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 40/100 (D).
CALX
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
CRWD
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.7%
Fair Value
$37.71
Current Price
$37.27
$0.44 premium
Margin of Safety
-79.7%
Fair Value
$373.43
Current Price
$671.02
$297.59 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 27.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 533.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 1.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 38.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CALX
The strongest argument for CALX centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CRWD
The strongest argument for CRWD centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CALX
The primary concerns for CALX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 78.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CRWD
The primary concerns for CRWD are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CALX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
CALX is growing revenue faster at 27.1% — sustainability is the question.
CRWD generates stronger free cash flow (493M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CRWD scores higher overall (40/100 vs 39/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Calix Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Calix, Inc. provides cloud and software platforms and systems and services in the United States, the Middle East, Canada, Europe, the Caribbean, and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. provides cloud solutions for endpoint and cloud workload protection in the United States, Australia, Germany, India, Israel, Romania, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
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