Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)vsQuantum Corporation (QMCO)
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$177.50
+4.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $414.65B
QMCO
Quantum Corporation
$23.56
+1.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $849.68M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palantir Technologies Inc. generates 1979% more annual revenue ($6.16B vs $296.10M). PLTR leads profitability with a 49.0% profit margin vs -80.8%. QMCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
PLTR
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
QMCO
Buy51
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 31 in profit
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 215.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 25.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 43.6x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QMCO
The strongest argument for QMCO centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 148.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : QMCO
The primary concerns for QMCO are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QMCO carries more volatility with a beta of 3.00 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 92.8% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (73/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 49.0% margins and 92.8% 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.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
Visit Website →Quantum Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Quantum Corporation offers products for storing and managing digital video and unstructured data in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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