NetApp Inc (NTAP)vsOracle Corporation (ORCL)
NTAP
NetApp Inc
$158.31
-0.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $31.66B
ORCL
Oracle Corporation
$175.07
-5.66%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $554.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oracle Corporation generates 873% more annual revenue ($67.36B vs $6.92B). ORCL leads profitability with a 25.4% profit margin vs 18.4%. ORCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.04. ORCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
NTAP
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
ORCL
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NTAP.
Margin of Safety
-75.5%
Fair Value
$105.00
Current Price
$175.07
$70.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 94 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%
Earnings expanding 23.4% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.3%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 21.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 23.0x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NTAP
The strongest argument for NTAP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 27.3%. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ORCL
The strongest argument for ORCL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.4% and operating margin at 36.3%. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NTAP
The primary concerns for NTAP are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ORCL
The primary concerns for ORCL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NTAP profiles as a mature stock while ORCL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ORCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
ORCL is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
NTAP generates stronger free cash flow (900M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ORCL scores higher overall (71/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 25.4% margins and 20.6% 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.
NetApp Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
NetApp, Inc. is an American hybrid cloud data services and data management company headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. Founded in 1992 with an IPO in 1995, NetApp offers cloud data services for management of applications and data both online and physically.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Oracle is an American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas. The company was formerly headquartered in Redwood Shores, California until December 2020 when it moved its headquarters to Texas. The company sells database software and technology, cloud engineered systems, and enterprise software products, particularly its own brands of database management systems.
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