Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$157.67
+0.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $104.49B
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$114.18
-0.02%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $282.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dell Technologies Inc generates 75% more annual revenue ($113.54B vs $65.01B). MRK leads profitability with a 28.1% profit margin vs 5.2%. DELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
DELL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
MRK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.5%
Fair Value
$406.69
Current Price
$157.67
$249.02 discount
Margin of Safety
-130.9%
Fair Value
$49.44
Current Price
$114.18
$64.74 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.8%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 19.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 32.8%.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Profit Margin.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DELL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MRK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DELL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (78/100 vs 59/100) and 39.5% 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.
Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
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