Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO)vsSeagate Technology PLC (STX)
APO
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
$129.19
-0.97%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $75.21B
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$771.01
+4.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $163.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A generates 189% more annual revenue ($31.79B vs $11.01B). STX leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 11.0%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
APO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
STX
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 87.7% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 35.7%
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 57.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 367.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APO
The strongest argument for APO centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 87.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.68 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 35.7%. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APO
The primary concerns for APO are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 69.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
APO is growing revenue faster at 87.7% — sustainability is the question.
APO generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (76/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 44.1% revenue growth. 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.
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO) is a premier global alternative investment firm renowned for its strategic focus on private equity, credit, and real estate investments across diverse sectors including healthcare, financial services, and technology. The firm utilizes a rigorous investment approach, drawing on extensive industry expertise and operational insights to optimize portfolio performance and drive long-term growth. With a commitment to identifying lucrative investment opportunities in both developed and emerging markets, Apollo aims to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors, backed by its significant capital resources and innovative strategies.
Seagate Technology PLC
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, an Irish public limited company (commonly referred to as Seagate) is an American data storage company.
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