Five9 Inc (FIVN)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
FIVN
Five9 Inc
$15.03
-6.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.21B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$154.78
-3.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $360.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palantir Technologies Inc. generates 289% more annual revenue ($4.48B vs $1.15B). PLTR leads profitability with a 36.3% profit margin vs 3.4%. FIVN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.15. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FIVN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PLTR
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.2%
Fair Value
$21.06
Current Price
$15.03
$6.03 discount
Margin of Safety
-337.0%
Fair Value
$29.48
Current Price
$154.78
$125.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 73.7% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 648.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 50.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FIVN
The strongest argument for FIVN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.3% and operating margin at 40.9%. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FIVN
The primary concerns for FIVN are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 3.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 239.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIVN profiles as a value stock while PLTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.74 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (764M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (71/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 36.3% margins and 70.0% revenue growth. FIVN offers better value entry with a 21.2% margin of safety. 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.
Five9 Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Five9, Inc. provides cloud software for contact centers in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Ramon, California.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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