ON Semiconductor Corporation (ON)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
ON
ON Semiconductor Corporation
$98.40
+0.63%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $38.70B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$143.09
+1.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $342.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ON Semiconductor Corporation generates 34% more annual revenue ($6.00B vs $4.48B). PLTR leads profitability with a 36.3% profit margin vs 2.0%. ON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.37. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ON
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
PLTR
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 648.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 46.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ON
The strongest argument for ON centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.3% and operating margin at 40.9%. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ON
The primary concerns for ON are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 339.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 227.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ON profiles as a value stock while PLTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (764M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (73/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 36.3% margins and 70.0% 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.
ON Semiconductor Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
ON Semiconductor Corporation manufactures and sells semiconductor components for various electronic devices worldwide. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
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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