International Business Machines (IBM)vsWidepoint C (WYY)
IBM
International Business Machines
$241.39
+0.33%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $225.77B
WYY
Widepoint C
$5.39
+2.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $51.93M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
International Business Machines generates 46180% more annual revenue ($67.53B vs $145.93M). IBM leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs -1.6%. IBM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.26. IBM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
IBM
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
WYY
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.7%
Fair Value
$521.35
Current Price
$241.39
$279.96 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WYY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 89.9% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 24.8%
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -17.4% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IBM
The strongest argument for IBM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 24.8%. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WYY
WYY has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : IBM
The primary concerns for IBM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WYY
The primary concerns for WYY are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBM profiles as a mature stock while WYY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WYY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
IBM is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
IBM generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IBM scores higher overall (70/100 vs 29/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 12.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
International Business Machines
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Armonk, New York, with operations in over 170 countries. The company began in 1911, founded in Endicott, New York, as the Computing-Tabulating-Recording Company (CTR) and was renamed International Business Machines in 1924. IBM is incorporated in New York. IBM produces and sells computer hardware, middleware and software, and provides hosting and consulting services in areas ranging from mainframe computers to nanotechnology. IBM is also a major research organization, holding the record for most annual U.S. patents generated by a business (as of 2020) for 28 consecutive years. Inventions by IBM include the automated teller machine (ATM), the floppy disk, the hard disk drive, the magnetic stripe card, the relational database, the SQL programming language, the UPC barcode, and dynamic random-access memory (DRAM). The IBM mainframe, exemplified by the System/360, was the dominant computing platform during the 1960s and 1970s.
Visit Website →Widepoint C
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
WidePoint Corporation provides reliable Mobility Management (TM2) solutions to corporations, governments, and non-profit organizations in North America and Europe. The company is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia.
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