Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)vsPayPay Corporation American Depository Shares (PAYP)
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$521.91
-1.55%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.88T
PAYP
PayPay Corporation American Depository Shares
$14.03
-3.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $10.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PayPay Corporation American Depository Shares generates 16% more annual revenue ($401.59B vs $346.44B). MSFT leads profitability with a 41.2% profit margin vs 30.6%. MSFT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.70. PAYP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
PAYP
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.8%
Generating 19.6B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 62.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
Revenue surging 27.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.2% and operating margin at 49.8%. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PAYP
The strongest argument for PAYP centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.6% and operating margin at 27.4%. Revenue growth of 27.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PAYP
The primary concerns for PAYP are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PAYP is growing revenue faster at 27.0% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (19.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PAYP scores higher overall (78/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 30.6% margins and 27.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Microsoft Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.
Visit Website →PayPay Corporation American Depository Shares
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
PayPay Corporation, a financial technology company, provides a digital finance platform with services that inlclude easy-to-use payments and other financial services in Japan. The company is headquartered in Shinjuku, Japan.
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