Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)vsSPS Commerce Inc (SPSC)
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$141.70
-2.36%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $364.80B
SPSC
SPS Commerce Inc
$55.47
-1.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palantir Technologies Inc. generates 586% more annual revenue ($5.22B vs $762.08M). PLTR leads profitability with a 43.7% profit margin vs 11.9%. PLTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.30. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
PLTR
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SPSC
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.1%
Fair Value
$76.08
Current Price
$141.70
$65.62 premium
Margin of Safety
+70.9%
Fair Value
$235.52
Current Price
$55.47
$180.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Revenue surging 84.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 325.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 40.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.7% and operating margin at 46.2%. Revenue growth of 84.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SPSC
The strongest argument for SPSC centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 172.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SPSC
The primary concerns for SPSC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLTR profiles as a growth stock while SPSC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 84.7% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (892M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (73/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 43.7% margins and 84.7% revenue growth. SPSC offers better value entry with a 70.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SPS Commerce, Inc. provides cloud-based supply chain management solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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