Arista Networks (ANET)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
ANET
Arista Networks
$172.62
-0.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $217.46B
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$379.64
+1.22%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.64T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 4591% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $9.01B). ANET leads profitability with a 39.0% profit margin vs 37.9%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.78. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ANET
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
GOOG
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.4%
Fair Value
$449.02
Current Price
$172.62
$276.40 discount
Margin of Safety
+6.1%
Fair Value
$404.20
Current Price
$379.64
$24.56 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
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
Revenue surging 28.9% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Earnings expanding 82.0% YoY
Generating 19.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANET
The strongest argument for ANET centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit 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 : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.9% and operating margin at 36.1%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ANET
The primary concerns for ANET are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 62.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANET carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
ANET is growing revenue faster at 28.9% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (19.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COMPUTER HARDWARE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (73/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. ANET offers better value entry with a 70.4% margin of safety. 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.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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