Crowdstrike Holdings Inc (CRWD)vsPenguin Solutions, Inc. (PENG)
CRWD
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc
$527.77
+4.36%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $128.72B
PENG
Penguin Solutions, Inc.
$44.23
+13.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc generates 257% more annual revenue ($4.81B vs $1.35B). PENG leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs -3.4%. PENG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D).
CRWD
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
PENG
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-27.0%
Fair Value
$398.25
Current Price
$527.77
$129.52 premium
Margin of Safety
+84.6%
Fair Value
$123.01
Current Price
$44.23
$78.78 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 533.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 544.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 1.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 30.2x book value
4.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRWD
The strongest argument for CRWD centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PENG
The strongest argument for PENG centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CRWD
The primary concerns for CRWD are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PENG
The primary concerns for PENG are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 55.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRWD profiles as a growth stock while PENG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PENG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.65 — expect wider price swings.
CRWD is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
CRWD generates stronger free cash flow (376M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PENG scores higher overall (45/100 vs 40/100). 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.
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.
Visit Website →Penguin Solutions, Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Penguin Solutions, Inc., a memory-focused company, engages in the designing and development of enterprise solutions in the United States, China, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
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