Cadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)vsViant Technology Inc (DSP)
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$376.19
+2.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.85B
DSP
Viant Technology Inc
$12.11
-4.80%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $794.64M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cadence Design Systems Inc generates 1427% more annual revenue ($5.53B vs $362.10M). CDNS leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 2.5%. DSP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. CDNS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
DSP
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Margin of Safety
+31.0%
Fair Value
$14.24
Current Price
$12.11
$2.13 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Earnings expanding 255.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of -4.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDNS
The strongest argument for CDNS centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 29.7%. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DSP
The strongest argument for DSP centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 25.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CDNS
The primary concerns for CDNS are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : DSP
The primary concerns for DSP are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
DSP is growing revenue faster at 25.3% — sustainability is the question.
CDNS generates stronger free cash flow (307M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - APPLICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CDNS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 18.7% revenue growth. DSP offers better value entry with a 31.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Cadence Design Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Cadence Design Systems, Inc., headquartered in San Jose, California, is an American multinational computational software company. The company produces software, hardware and silicon structures for designing integrated circuits, systems on chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards.
Viant Technology Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Viant Technology Inc. is an adware company. The company is headquartered in Irvine, California.
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