NetApp Inc (NTAP)vsOracle Corporation (ORCL)
NTAP
NetApp Inc
$169.19
-0.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $43.93B
ORCL
Oracle Corporation
$116.01
+0.82%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $396.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oracle Corporation generates 871% more annual revenue ($71.78B vs $7.39B). ORCL leads profitability with a 26.4% profit margin vs 19.2%. ORCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. ORCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
NTAP
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
ORCL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NTAP.
Margin of Safety
-8.5%
Fair Value
$106.99
Current Price
$116.01
$9.02 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 95 in profit
Earnings expanding 63.5% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 26.7%
Revenue surging 29.9% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 35.6%
Earnings expanding 54.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 22.2x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NTAP
The strongest argument for NTAP centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.2% and operating margin at 26.7%. Revenue growth of 29.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ORCL
The strongest argument for ORCL centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.4% and operating margin at 35.6%. Revenue growth of 29.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NTAP
The primary concerns for NTAP are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ORCL
The primary concerns for ORCL are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.77 — expect wider price swings.
NTAP is growing revenue faster at 29.9% — sustainability is the question.
NTAP generates stronger free cash flow (401M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ORCL scores higher overall (78/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 26.4% margins and 29.6% 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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