Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE)vsNokia Corp ADR (NOK)
HPE
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
$25.78
+7.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $31.76B
NOK
Nokia Corp ADR
$8.41
+1.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $46.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co generates 80% more annual revenue ($35.74B vs $19.89B). NOK leads profitability with a 3.3% profit margin vs -0.3%. NOK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. HPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
HPE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
NOK
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HPE.
Margin of Safety
-734.1%
Fair Value
$0.88
Current Price
$8.41
$7.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
18.4% revenue growth
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 30.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.4% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HPE
The strongest argument for HPE centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NOK
The strongest argument for NOK centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HPE
The primary concerns for HPE are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NOK
The primary concerns for NOK are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 63.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HPE profiles as a growth stock while NOK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HPE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
HPE is growing revenue faster at 18.4% — sustainability is the question.
HPE generates stronger free cash flow (609M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HPE scores higher overall (55/100 vs 46/100) and 18.4% revenue growth. 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.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
The Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE) is an American multinational enterprise information technology company based in Houston, Texas, United States.
Nokia Corp ADR
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Nokia Corporation offers fixed and mobile network solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Espoo, Finland.
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