Pure Storage Inc (PSTG)vsTransAct Technologies Incorporated (TACT)
PSTG
Pure Storage Inc
$65.47
+0.49%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $21.51B
TACT
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
$3.29
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $34.51M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Pure Storage Inc generates 7015% more annual revenue ($3.66B vs $51.48M). PSTG leads profitability with a 5.1% profit margin vs -2.4%. TACT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. PSTG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
PSTG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TACT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-195.4%
Fair Value
$25.74
Current Price
$65.47
$39.73 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TACT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 140.6% YoY
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.9x book value
5.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -10.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : TACT
The strongest argument for TACT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PSTG
The primary concerns for PSTG are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 118.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TACT
The primary concerns for TACT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSTG profiles as a growth stock while TACT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
PSTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
PSTG is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
PSTG generates stronger free cash flow (201M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSTG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100) and 20.4% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
TransAct Technologies Incorporated designs, develops and markets specialized and transaction-based printers and terminals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hamden, Connecticut.
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