Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$150.68
-3.21%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $360.38B
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$293.10
-7.52%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $100.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Western Digital Corporation generates 140% more annual revenue ($10.73B vs $4.48B). PLTR leads profitability with a 36.3% profit margin vs 35.6%. WDC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
PLTR
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
WDC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-337.0%
Fair Value
$29.48
Current Price
$150.68
$121.20 premium
Margin of Safety
-311.2%
Fair Value
$66.57
Current Price
$293.10
$226.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 648.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 48.8x book value
Moderate valuation
Trading at 14.0x book value
Revenue declined 41.0%
Earnings declined 95.9%
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 36.3% and operating margin at 40.9%. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 15.4%. PEG of 0.69 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 239.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLTR profiles as a growth stock while WDC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (764M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (71/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 36.3% margins and 70.0% 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 →Western Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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