ServiceNow Inc (NOW)vsShotspotter Inc (SSTI)
NOW
ServiceNow Inc
$112.45
+1.96%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $131.65B
SSTI
Shotspotter Inc
$7.58
-0.79%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $98.06M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ServiceNow Inc generates 13866% more annual revenue ($13.96B vs $99.96M). NOW leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -14.9%. SSTI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. NOW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
NOW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
SSTI
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+82.6%
Fair Value
$613.35
Current Price
$112.45
$500.90 discount
Margin of Safety
+80.5%
Fair Value
$36.20
Current Price
$7.58
$28.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 339.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.9x book value
2.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -22.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 14.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NOW
The strongest argument for NOW centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SSTI
The strongest argument for SSTI centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.05 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 76.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SSTI
The primary concerns for SSTI are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NOW profiles as a growth stock while SSTI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SSTI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
NOW is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
NOW generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NOW scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100) and 22.1% revenue growth. SSTI offers better value entry with a 80.5% margin of safety. 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.
Shotspotter Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
ShotSpotter, Inc. provides precision law enforcement and security solutions for law enforcement and security personnel in the United States, South Africa, and the Bahamas. The company is headquartered in Newark, California.
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