Apple Inc (AAPL)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$293.32
+2.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.22T
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$137.80
+0.55%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $328.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 8541% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $5.22B). PLTR leads profitability with a 43.7% profit margin vs 27.2%. AAPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.52. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
PLTR
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AAPL.
Margin of Safety
-64.3%
Fair Value
$78.43
Current Price
$137.80
$59.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 142 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.3%
Generating 26.7B in free cash flow
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.6% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Revenue surging 84.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 325.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 48.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 44.6x book value
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 27.2% and operating margin at 32.3%. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.7% and operating margin at 46.2%. Revenue growth of 84.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 154.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 84.7% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (26.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 43.7% margins and 84.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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