Apple Inc. (AAPL)vseGain Corporation (EGAN)
AAPL
Apple Inc.
$343.83
+1.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.01T
EGAN
eGain Corporation
$5.93
+2.42%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $148.65M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc. generates 512127% more annual revenue ($466.82B vs $91.14M). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.6% profit margin vs 9.7%. EGAN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
EGAN
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AAPL.
Margin of Safety
-50.3%
Fair Value
$6.54
Current Price
$5.93
$0.61 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 120 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Generating 31.9B in free cash flow
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.4% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 54 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 46.7x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.9%
Revenue declined 4.7%
Earnings declined 95.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.6% and operating margin at 32.6%. Revenue growth of 16.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EGAN
The strongest argument for EGAN centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : EGAN
The primary concerns for EGAN are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while EGAN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
AAPL is growing revenue faster at 16.4% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (31.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 27.6% margins and 16.4% 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.
Apple Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.
Visit Website →eGain Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
eGain Corporation is a software-as-a-service provider of customer engagement solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
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