Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)vsMastercard Inc (MA)
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$421.90
-2.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.14B
MA
Mastercard Inc
$491.08
-0.65%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $433.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dell Technologies Inc generates 295% more annual revenue ($134.00B vs $33.94B). MA leads profitability with a 45.9% profit margin vs 6.3%. DELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.67. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
DELL
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 87.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 282.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 232 in profit
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.8% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.3% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 64.8x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 87.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.67 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MA
The strongest argument for MA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.9% and operating margin at 60.8%. Revenue growth of 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MA
The primary concerns for MA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.82 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DELL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DELL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 87.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (74/100 vs 70/100) and 87.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Mastercard Incorporated is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in the Mastercard International Global Headquarters in Purchase, New York. The Global Operations Headquarters is located in O'Fallon, Missouri, a municipality of St. Charles County, Missouri. Throughout the world, its principal business is to process payments between the banks of merchants and the card-issuing banks or credit unions of the purchasers who use the Mastercard brand debit, credit and prepaid cards to make purchases. Mastercard Worldwide has been a publicly traded company since 2006.
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