Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
HPE
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
$60.76
-0.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $74.38B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$177.64
+0.79%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $401.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co generates 580% more annual revenue ($41.87B vs $6.16B). PLTR leads profitability with a 49.0% profit margin vs 6.7%. HPE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
HPE
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
PLTR
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 410.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 215.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 43.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HPE
The strongest argument for HPE centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HPE
The primary concerns for HPE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 141.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HPE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PLTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 92.8% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HPE scores higher overall (75/100 vs 75/100) and 33.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
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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