Oracle Corporation (ORCL)vsSeagate Technology PLC (STX)
ORCL
Oracle Corporation
$147.61
-1.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $432.88B
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$858.79
+6.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $188.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oracle Corporation generates 452% more annual revenue ($67.36B vs $12.20B). STX leads profitability with a 26.1% profit margin vs 25.4%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.49. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
ORCL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
STX
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.8%
Fair Value
$105.48
Current Price
$147.61
$42.13 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 36.2%
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 147 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.1%
Revenue surging 48.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 148.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 89.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORCL
The strongest argument for ORCL centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.4% and operating margin at 36.2%. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.1% and operating margin at 43.1%. Revenue growth of 48.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ORCL
The primary concerns for ORCL are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 62.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STX carries more volatility with a beta of 2.09 — expect wider price swings.
STX is growing revenue faster at 48.5% — sustainability is the question.
STX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (79/100 vs 76/100), backed by strong 26.1% margins and 48.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Visit Website →Seagate Technology PLC
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, an Irish public limited company (commonly referred to as Seagate) is an American data storage company.
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