ANSYS Inc (ANSS)vsShopify Inc (SHOP)
ANSS
ANSYS Inc
$374.30
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $32.91B
SHOP
Shopify Inc
$128.79
+1.73%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $188.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shopify Inc generates 414% more annual revenue ($13.27B vs $2.58B). ANSS leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 14.5%. ANSS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.47. SHOP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ANSS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SHOP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-38.0%
Fair Value
$271.15
Current Price
$374.30
$103.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.9%
Fair Value
$151.66
Current Price
$128.79
$22.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 47.7% YoY
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 68.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANSS
The strongest argument for ANSS centers on Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 11.7%.
Bull Case : SHOP
The strongest argument for SHOP centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ANSS
The primary concerns for ANSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SHOP
The primary concerns for SHOP are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 98.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANSS profiles as a mature stock while SHOP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHOP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.62 — expect wider price swings.
SHOP is growing revenue faster at 33.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHOP generates stronger free cash flow (654M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHOP scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100) and 33.7% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
ANSYS Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Ansys, Inc. is an American company based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. It develops and markets multiphysics engineering simulation software for product design, testing and operation and offers its products and services to customers worldwide.
Shopify Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Shopify Inc., a commerce company, offers a commerce and service platform in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Latin America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.
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