Intel Corporation (INTC)vsPegasystems Inc (PEGA)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$102.94
+2.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $544.15B
PEGA
Pegasystems Inc
$36.24
+1.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 3185% more annual revenue ($57.03B vs $1.74B). PEGA leads profitability with a 18.7% profit margin vs -19.8%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. PEGA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
INTC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
PEGA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Margin of Safety
+61.1%
Fair Value
$97.56
Current Price
$36.24
$61.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -12.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Currently unprofitable
Trading at 10.6x book value
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 52.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum. 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. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.7% and operating margin at 4.6%.
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, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a growth stock while PEGA is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
INTC is growing revenue faster at 25.4% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEGA scores higher overall (48/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 18.7% 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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