Intel Corporation (INTC)vsPegasystems Inc (PEGA)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$94.48
-0.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $474.86B
PEGA
Pegasystems Inc
$36.55
+2.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 3062% more annual revenue ($53.76B vs $1.70B). PEGA leads profitability with a 20.0% profit margin vs -5.9%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. PEGA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
INTC
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
PEGA
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-30.5%
Fair Value
$34.96
Current Price
$94.48
$59.52 premium
Margin of Safety
+63.9%
Fair Value
$105.15
Current Price
$36.55
$68.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 52 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 8.7x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.6%
Earnings declined 60.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PEGA
The strongest argument for PEGA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.0% and operating margin at 8.6%.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PEGA
The primary concerns for PEGA are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a turnaround stock while PEGA is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
INTC is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
PEGA generates stronger free cash flow (207M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEGA scores higher overall (45/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 20.0% margins. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Intel Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Intel Corporation is an American multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley. It is the world's largest semiconductor chip manufacturer by revenue, and is the developer of the x86 series of microprocessors, the processors found in most personal computers (PCs).
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Pegasystems Inc. develops, markets, licenses, hosts and supports business software applications in the United States, the rest of the Americas, the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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