Intuit Inc (INTU)vsPegasystems Inc (PEGA)
INTU
Intuit Inc
$426.86
-1.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $120.34B
PEGA
Pegasystems Inc
$41.49
-1.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intuit Inc generates 1053% more annual revenue ($20.12B vs $1.75B). PEGA leads profitability with a 22.5% profit margin vs 21.6%. INTU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. INTU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
INTU
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
PEGA
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
+62.0%
Fair Value
$99.68
Current Price
$41.49
$58.19 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
Every $100 of equity generates 57 in profit
Earnings expanding 104.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.9%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 18.5%
Trading at 9.0x book value
2.7% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : PEGA
The strongest argument for PEGA centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.5% and operating margin at 24.9%.
Bear Case : INTU
The primary concerns for INTU are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PEGA
The primary concerns for PEGA are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTU profiles as a growth stock while PEGA 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 61/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 41.0% revenue growth. PEGA offers better value entry with a 62.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
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.
Pegasystems Inc
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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