Intuit Inc (INTU)vsMaterialise NV (MTLS)
INTU
Intuit Inc
$426.86
-1.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $120.34B
MTLS
Materialise NV
$4.95
+0.20%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $304.78M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intuit Inc generates 7418% more annual revenue ($20.12B vs $267.63M). INTU leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 2.9%. INTU trades at a lower P/E of 28.1x. INTU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
INTU
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
MTLS
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-308.7%
Fair Value
$104.45
Current Price
$426.86
$322.41 premium
Margin of Safety
+21.5%
Fair Value
$7.02
Current Price
$4.95
$2.07 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 41.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 18.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTU
The strongest argument for INTU centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 15.7%. Revenue growth of 41.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MTLS
The strongest argument for MTLS centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : INTU
The primary concerns for INTU are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MTLS
The primary concerns for MTLS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTU profiles as a growth stock while MTLS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTU carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
INTU is growing revenue faster at 41.0% — sustainability is the question.
INTU generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INTU scores higher overall (65/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 41.0% revenue growth. MTLS offers better value entry with a 21.5% margin of safety. 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.
Intuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Intuit Inc. is an American business that specializes in financial software. Intuit's products include the tax preparation application TurboTax, personal finance app Mint and the small business accounting program QuickBooks.
Materialise NV
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Materialize NV offers additive manufacturing and medical software and 3D printing services in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Leuven, Belgium.
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