Crowdstrike Holdings Inc (CRWD)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
CRWD
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc
$385.86
-1.81%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.67B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$302.32
+0.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc generates 52% more annual revenue ($4.81B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs -3.4%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CRWD
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CRWD.
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$302.32
$229.15 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 1.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 22.1x book value
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRWD
The strongest argument for CRWD centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CRWD
The primary concerns for CRWD are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRWD profiles as a growth stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
CRWD is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
CRWD generates stronger free cash flow (376M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. provides cloud solutions for endpoint and cloud workload protection in the United States, Australia, Germany, India, Israel, Romania, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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