Adobe Systems Incorporated (ADBE)vsUpbound Group Inc. (UPBD)
ADBE
Adobe Systems Incorporated
$253.04
-1.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $103.68B
UPBD
Upbound Group Inc.
$18.78
+0.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Adobe Systems Incorporated generates 416% more annual revenue ($24.45B vs $4.74B). ADBE leads profitability with a 29.5% profit margin vs 1.8%. ADBE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. ADBE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ADBE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
UPBD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.5%
Fair Value
$438.58
Current Price
$253.04
$185.54 discount
Margin of Safety
+77.3%
Fair Value
$87.47
Current Price
$18.78
$68.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 45.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.0x book value
3.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADBE
The strongest argument for ADBE centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.5% and operating margin at 38.8%. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UPBD
The strongest argument for UPBD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ADBE
The primary concerns for ADBE are Price/Book.
Bear Case : UPBD
The primary concerns for UPBD are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADBE profiles as a mature stock while UPBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UPBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
ADBE is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
ADBE generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADBE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.5% margins and 12.0% revenue growth. UPBD offers better value entry with a 77.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Adobe Systems Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Adobe Inc. is an American multinational computer software company. Incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in San Jose, California, it has historically specialized in software for the creation and publication of a wide range of content, including graphics, photography, illustration, animation, multimedia, motion pictures and print. The company has expanded into digital marketing management software. Adobe has millions of users worldwide. Flagship products include: Photoshop image editing software, Adobe Illustrator vector-based illustration software, Adobe Acrobat Reader and the Portable Document Format (PDF), plus a host of tools primarily for audio-visual content creation, editing and publishing.
Visit Website →Upbound Group Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Upbound Group, Inc., an omni-channel platform company, leases household durable goods to customers on a lease-to-own basis in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Plano, Texas.
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