Shift4 Payments Inc (FOUR)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
FOUR
Shift4 Payments Inc
$48.86
-6.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.36B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$154.96
+0.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $370.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palantir Technologies Inc. generates 7% more annual revenue ($4.48B vs $4.18B). PLTR leads profitability with a 36.3% profit margin vs 2.9%. FOUR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FOUR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
PLTR
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-700.3%
Fair Value
$7.34
Current Price
$48.86
$41.52 premium
Margin of Safety
-337.0%
Fair Value
$29.48
Current Price
$154.96
$125.48 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 33.9% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 72.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 50.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FOUR
The strongest argument for FOUR centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 33.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.3% and operating margin at 40.9%. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FOUR
The primary concerns for FOUR are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 48.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 245.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FOUR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PLTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.74 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (764M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (73/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 36.3% margins and 70.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Shift4 Payments Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Shift4 Payments, Inc. provides integrated payment processing and technology solutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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