DoorDash, Inc. Class A Common Stock (DASH)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
DASH
DoorDash, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$152.92
-1.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $67.22B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$302.32
+0.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
DoorDash, Inc. Class A Common Stock generates 333% more annual revenue ($13.72B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 6.8%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
DASH
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-75.2%
Fair Value
$100.15
Current Price
$152.92
$52.77 premium
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$302.32
$229.15 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 37.7% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 47.7% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
6.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DASH
The strongest argument for DASH centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 37.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DASH
The primary concerns for DASH are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 72.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DASH profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DASH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.90 — expect wider price swings.
DASH is growing revenue faster at 37.7% — sustainability is the question.
DASH generates stronger free cash flow (254M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. 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.
DoorDash, Inc. Class A Common Stock
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
DoorDash, Inc. operates a logistics platform that connects merchants, consumers, and merchants in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Visit Website →Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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