Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE)vsNokia Corp ADR (NOK)
HPE
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
$48.54
-1.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $57.14B
NOK
Nokia Corp ADR
$12.44
-3.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $72.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co generates 94% more annual revenue ($38.79B vs $20.00B). HPE leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs 4.0%. HPE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. HPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
HPE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
NOK
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 40.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.4% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HPE
The strongest argument for HPE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 40.0% 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 Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HPE
The primary concerns for HPE are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 40.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NOK
The primary concerns for NOK are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 75.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HPE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NOK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HPE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
HPE is growing revenue faster at 40.0% — sustainability is the question.
HPE generates stronger free cash flow (827M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HPE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 40/100) and 40.0% 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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