ePlus inc (PLUS)vsShopify Inc (SHOP)
PLUS
ePlus inc
$76.19
-0.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.03B
SHOP
Shopify Inc
$118.42
+1.95%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $151.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shopify Inc generates 380% more annual revenue ($11.56B vs $2.41B). SHOP leads profitability with a 10.6% profit margin vs 5.5%. PLUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. PLUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
PLUS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
SHOP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.0%
Fair Value
$262.08
Current Price
$76.19
$185.89 discount
Margin of Safety
-1729.9%
Fair Value
$6.39
Current Price
$118.42
$112.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 46.3% YoY
Revenue surging 30.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Areas to Watch
5.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 11.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PLUS
The strongest argument for PLUS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 24.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.69 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHOP
The strongest argument for SHOP centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 30.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PLUS
The primary concerns for PLUS are Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SHOP
The primary concerns for SHOP are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 123.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHOP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.90 — expect wider price swings.
SHOP is growing revenue faster at 30.6% — sustainability is the question.
SHOP generates stronger free cash flow (715M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - APPLICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PLUS scores higher overall (74/100 vs 48/100) and 24.6% revenue growth. 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.
ePlus inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
ePlus inc. The company is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.
Shopify Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Shopify Inc., a commerce company, offers a commerce and service platform in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Latin America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.
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