Sandisk Corp (SNDK)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
SNDK
Sandisk Corp
$709.71
-8.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $104.75B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$298.99
-0.19%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sandisk Corp generates 182% more annual revenue ($8.93B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs -11.7%. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
SNDK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SNDK.
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$298.99
$225.82 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.5%
Revenue surging 61.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 618.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.3x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of -9.4% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SNDK
The strongest argument for SNDK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 61.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SNDK
The primary concerns for SNDK are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SNDK profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SNDK is growing revenue faster at 61.2% — sustainability is the question.
SNDK generates stronger free cash flow (980M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COMPUTER HARDWARE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. 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.
Sandisk Corp
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Sandisk Corporation (Ticker: SNDK) is a U.S.-based technology company that develops, manufactures, and sells data storage products and solutions built on NAND flash memory technology, including solid-state drives (SSDs), embedded storage, memory cards, and USB flash drives for consumer, enterprise, and cloud computing markets.
Visit Website →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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