Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE)vsNETGEAR Inc (NTGR)
HPE
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
$60.76
-0.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $74.38B
NTGR
NETGEAR Inc
$21.71
-5.20%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $617.51M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co generates 5930% more annual revenue ($41.87B vs $694.41M). HPE leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs -3.7%. HPE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. HPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
HPE
Strong Buy75
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
-7.1%
Fair Value
$19.17
Current Price
$21.71
$2.54 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
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 1.2%
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 0.43 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 1.44 — 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 (75/100 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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