Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)vsVeritone Inc (VERI)
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$371.04
-0.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.85T
VERI
Veritone Inc
$2.69
+3.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $239.61M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 311501% more annual revenue ($305.45B vs $98.03M). MSFT leads profitability with a 39.0% profit margin vs -42.6%. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
MSFT
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
VERI
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.1%
Fair Value
$747.40
Current Price
$371.04
$376.36 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VERI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Earnings expanding 59.8% YoY
16.7% revenue growth
Revenue surging 32.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Trading at 11.7x book value
2.1% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VERI
The strongest argument for VERI centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 32.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MSFT
No major red flags identified for MSFT, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : VERI
The primary concerns for VERI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 7.26 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSFT profiles as a growth stock while VERI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VERI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.29 — expect wider price swings.
VERI is growing revenue faster at 32.4% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (5.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (74/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 39.0% margins and 16.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Microsoft Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Veritone, Inc. provides artificial intelligence (AI) computing solutions in the United States and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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