NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)vsQualys Inc (QLYS)
NVDA
NVIDIA Corporation
$190.01
-3.55%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.01T
QLYS
Qualys Inc
$135.13
-0.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NVIDIA Corporation generates 36913% more annual revenue ($253.49B vs $684.86M). QLYS leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 0.6%. NVDA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. NVDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
NVDA
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
QLYS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-65.1%
Fair Value
$119.30
Current Price
$190.01
$70.71 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QLYS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 82 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 48.6B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.9% revenue growth
2.1% earnings growth
0.6% margin — thin
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.4x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVDA
The strongest argument for NVDA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : QLYS
The strongest argument for QLYS centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 35.0%.
Bear Case : NVDA
The primary concerns for NVDA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : QLYS
The primary concerns for QLYS are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVDA profiles as a value stock while QLYS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVDA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
QLYS is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
NVDA generates stronger free cash flow (48.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVDA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 60/100). Both earn "Exceptional 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.
NVIDIA Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Nvidia Corporation is an American multinational technology company incorporated in Delaware and based in Santa Clara, California. It designs graphics processing units (GPUs) for the gaming and professional markets, as well as system on a chip units (SoCs) for the mobile computing and automotive market.
Visit Website →Qualys Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Qualys, Inc. provides cloud-based information technology (IT), security, and compliance solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Foster City, California.
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