ServiceNow Inc (NOW)vsSprout Social Inc (SPT)
NOW
ServiceNow Inc
$110.62
+4.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $98.45B
SPT
Sprout Social Inc
$8.82
+1.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $518.11M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ServiceNow Inc generates 2872% more annual revenue ($13.96B vs $469.75M). NOW leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -8.2%. SPT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.08. NOW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
NOW
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SPT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+80.8%
Fair Value
$602.92
Current Price
$110.62
$492.30 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SPT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.7x book value
2.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -17.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NOW
The strongest argument for NOW centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SPT
The strongest argument for SPT centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NOW
The primary concerns for NOW are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 60.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SPT
The primary concerns for SPT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NOW profiles as a growth stock while SPT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
NOW is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
NOW generates stronger free cash flow (473M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NOW scores higher overall (59/100 vs 47/100) and 22.1% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
Sprout Social Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Sprout Social, Inc. designs, develops, and operates a web-based social media management tool in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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