Oracle Corporation (ORCL)vsSensata Technologies Holding NV (ST)
ORCL
Oracle Corporation
$194.03
+4.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $494.19B
ST
Sensata Technologies Holding NV
$45.75
+6.84%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oracle Corporation generates 1619% more annual revenue ($64.08B vs $3.73B). ORCL leads profitability with a 25.3% profit margin vs 1.3%. ST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.25. ORCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ORCL
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
ST
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.5%
Fair Value
$113.80
Current Price
$194.03
$80.23 premium
Margin of Safety
+41.6%
Fair Value
$63.72
Current Price
$45.75
$17.97 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 58 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.7%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 21.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 24.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.6% revenue growth
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORCL
The strongest argument for ORCL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.3% and operating margin at 32.7%. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ST
The strongest argument for ST centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 0.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ORCL
The primary concerns for ORCL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.15 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ST
The primary concerns for ST are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 127.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORCL profiles as a growth stock while ST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ORCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
ORCL is growing revenue faster at 21.7% — sustainability is the question.
ST generates stronger free cash flow (105M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ORCL scores higher overall (74/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 25.3% margins and 21.7% revenue growth. ST offers better value entry with a 41.6% margin of safety. 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.
Oracle Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Oracle is an American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas. The company was formerly headquartered in Redwood Shores, California until December 2020 when it moved its headquarters to Texas. The company sells database software and technology, cloud engineered systems, and enterprise software products, particularly its own brands of database management systems.
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TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Sensata Technologies Holding plc, develops, manufactures and sells sensors, sensor-based solutions, controls and other products in America, Europe, Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
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