Oracle Corporation (ORCL)vsPure Storage Inc (PSTG)
ORCL
Oracle Corporation
$225.78
+2.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $703.42B
PSTG
Pure Storage Inc
$67.79
+4.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $19.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oracle Corporation generates 1649% more annual revenue ($64.08B vs $3.66B). ORCL leads profitability with a 25.3% profit margin vs 5.1%. PSTG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.41. ORCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ORCL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
PSTG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.7%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 21.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 24.5% YoY
Earnings expanding 139.7% YoY
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.5x book value
5.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORCL
The strongest argument for ORCL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.3% and operating margin at 32.7%. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PSTG
The strongest argument for PSTG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ORCL
The primary concerns for ORCL are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 44.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 4.21 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PSTG
The primary concerns for PSTG are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 113.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
ORCL is growing revenue faster at 21.7% — sustainability is the question.
PSTG generates stronger free cash flow (201M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ORCL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 25.3% margins and 21.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Oracle Corporation
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.
Visit Website →Pure Storage Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Pure Storage, Inc. provides data storage technology and solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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