ServiceNow Inc (NOW)vsSouthern Company (SO)
NOW
ServiceNow Inc
$103.06
-1.52%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $110.42B
SO
Southern Company
$94.61
+0.67%
UTILITIES · Cap: $105.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 123% more annual revenue ($29.55B vs $13.28B). SO leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 13.2%. NOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. NOW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
NOW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-404.2%
Fair Value
$20.44
Current Price
$103.06
$82.62 premium
Margin of Safety
-254.9%
Fair Value
$26.66
Current Price
$94.61
$67.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.7% year-over-year
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.3x book value
3.4% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 22.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NOW
The strongest argument for NOW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 20.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NOW
The primary concerns for NOW are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 62.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NOW profiles as a growth stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NOW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
NOW is growing revenue faster at 20.7% — sustainability is the question.
NOW generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NOW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100) and 20.7% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
ServiceNow Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
ServiceNow is an American software company based in Santa Clara, California that develops a cloud computing platform to help companies manage digital workflows for enterprise operations.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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