Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE)vsNETGEAR Inc (NTGR)
HPE
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
$44.76
+1.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $80.09B
NTGR
NETGEAR Inc
$18.88
-0.79%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $495.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co generates 6083% more annual revenue ($41.87B vs $677.19M). HPE leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs -4.9%. HPE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.49. HPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
HPE
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
NTGR
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HPE.
Margin of Safety
-6.1%
Fair Value
$19.35
Current Price
$18.88
$0.47 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 410.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.3%
Earnings declined 68.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HPE
The strongest argument for HPE centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NTGR
The strongest argument for NTGR centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.74 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HPE
The primary concerns for HPE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NTGR
The primary concerns for NTGR are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HPE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NTGR is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HPE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
HPE is growing revenue faster at 33.7% — sustainability is the question.
HPE generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HPE scores higher overall (72/100 vs 44/100) and 33.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
The Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE) is an American multinational enterprise information technology company based in Houston, Texas, United States.
NETGEAR Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
NETGEAR, Inc. designs, develops, and markets Internet-connected products and networks for consumers, businesses, and service providers. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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