Elastic NV (ESTC)vsSAP SE ADR (SAP)
ESTC
Elastic NV
$52.25
+1.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.08B
SAP
SAP SE ADR
$173.70
-0.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $204.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SAP SE ADR generates 2127% more annual revenue ($37.34B vs $1.68B). SAP leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs -5.0%. SAP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. SAP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ESTC
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
SAP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+67.8%
Fair Value
$192.31
Current Price
$52.25
$140.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-16.9%
Fair Value
$168.01
Current Price
$173.70
$5.69 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
17.7% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 30.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Operating margin of 0.2%
ROE of -10.2% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESTC
The strongest argument for ESTC centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SAP
The strongest argument for SAP centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 30.0%. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ESTC
The primary concerns for ESTC are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SAP
No major red flags identified for SAP, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESTC profiles as a growth stock while SAP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ESTC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
ESTC is growing revenue faster at 17.7% — sustainability is the question.
SAP generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SAP scores higher overall (62/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. ESTC offers better value entry with a 67.8% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Elastic NV
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Elastic NV, a search company, offers technology that enables users to search through structured and unstructured data for a variety of consumer and business applications. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SAP SE is a global enterprise application software company. The company is headquartered in Walldorf, Germany.
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