Salesforce.com Inc (CRM)vsPegasystems Inc (PEGA)
CRM
Salesforce.com Inc
$247.72
+1.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $203.87B
PEGA
Pegasystems Inc
$36.24
+1.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Salesforce.com Inc generates 2430% more annual revenue ($43.94B vs $1.74B). CRM leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 18.7%. CRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. CRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CRM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
PEGA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.7%
Fair Value
$721.77
Current Price
$247.72
$474.05 discount
Margin of Safety
+61.1%
Fair Value
$97.56
Current Price
$36.24
$61.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 118.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 21.4%
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 10.6x book value
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 52.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRM
The strongest argument for CRM centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 21.4%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PEGA
The strongest argument for PEGA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.7% and operating margin at 4.6%.
Bear Case : CRM
The primary concerns for CRM are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : PEGA
The primary concerns for PEGA are Price/Book, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
CRM is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
CRM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CRM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 22.0% margins and 10.8% revenue growth. PEGA offers better value entry with a 61.1% margin of safety. 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.
Salesforce.com Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Salesforce.com, Inc. is an American cloud-based software company headquartered in San Francisco, California. It provides customer relationship management (CRM) service and also provides a complementary suite of enterprise applications focused on customer service, marketing automation, analytics, and application development.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Pegasystems Inc. develops, markets, licenses, hosts and supports business software applications in the United States, the rest of the Americas, the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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