Nova Ltd (NVMI)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
NVMI
Nova Ltd
$371.81
+1.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $11.84B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$167.23
+0.83%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $401.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palantir Technologies Inc. generates 557% more annual revenue ($6.16B vs $937.50M). PLTR leads profitability with a 49.0% profit margin vs 28.8%. NVMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.46. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
NVMI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PLTR
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NVMI.
Margin of Safety
-83.0%
Fair Value
$91.40
Current Price
$167.23
$75.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
15.9% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 215.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.1x book value
2.9% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVMI
The strongest argument for NVMI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.8% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NVMI
The primary concerns for NVMI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 46.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 141.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 92.8% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (75/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 49.0% margins and 92.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Nova Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. designs, develops, produces, and sells process control systems used in semiconductor manufacturing in Israel, Taiwan, the United States, China, Korea, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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