Ferrari NV (RACE)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
RACE
Ferrari NV
$337.46
+0.36%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $60.20B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ferrari NV generates 90% more annual revenue ($7.15B vs $3.77B). RACE leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs 11.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
RACE
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.3%
Fair Value
$258.26
Current Price
$337.46
$79.20 premium
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.6%
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.2x book value
3.8% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RACE
The strongest argument for RACE centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 28.6%.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RACE
The primary concerns for RACE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RACE profiles as a value stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
RACE generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 48/100) and 91.5% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Ferrari NV
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Ferrari NV designs, designs, produces and sells high performance sports cars. The company is headquartered in Maranello, Italy.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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