Cadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)vsServiceNow Inc (NOW)
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$362.70
+1.63%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $98.44B
NOW
ServiceNow Inc
$91.18
-2.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $96.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ServiceNow Inc generates 153% more annual revenue ($13.96B vs $5.53B). CDNS leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 12.6%. NOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. CDNS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
NOW
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Margin of Safety
+85.2%
Fair Value
$630.85
Current Price
$91.18
$539.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
18.7% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.0x book value
2.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDNS
The strongest argument for CDNS centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 29.7%. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NOW
The strongest argument for NOW centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CDNS
The primary concerns for CDNS are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 83.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NOW
The primary concerns for NOW are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 55.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
NOW is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
NOW generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - APPLICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CDNS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 18.7% revenue growth. NOW offers better value entry with a 85.2% 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.
ServiceNow Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
ServiceNow is an American software company based in Santa Clara, California that develops a cloud computing platform to help companies manage digital workflows for enterprise operations.
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