Arista Networks (ANET)vsCognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A (CTSH)
ANET
Arista Networks
$135.01
+3.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $164.71B
CTSH
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A
$59.79
-0.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $28.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A generates 134% more annual revenue ($21.11B vs $9.01B). ANET leads profitability with a 39.0% profit margin vs 10.6%. CTSH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. CTSH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
ANET
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
CTSH
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.4%
Fair Value
$102.74
Current Price
$135.01
$32.27 premium
Margin of Safety
+63.1%
Fair Value
$192.25
Current Price
$59.79
$132.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.5%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 28.9% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANET
The strongest argument for ANET centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.0% and operating margin at 41.5%. Revenue growth of 28.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CTSH
The strongest argument for CTSH centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ANET
The primary concerns for ANET are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 47.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CTSH
The primary concerns for CTSH are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANET profiles as a growth stock while CTSH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ANET carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
ANET is growing revenue faster at 28.9% — sustainability is the question.
ANET generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTSH scores higher overall (71/100 vs 69/100). 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.
Arista Networks
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Arista Networks (formerly Arastra) is an American computer networking company headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company designs and sells multilayer network switches to deliver software-defined networking (SDN) solutions for large datacenter, cloud computing, high-performance computing, and high-frequency trading environments.
Visit Website →Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Cognizant is an American multinational technology company that provides business consulting, information technology and outsourcing services. It is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, United States.
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