Procter & Gamble Company (PG)vsSeagate Technology PLC (STX)
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$144.28
-0.39%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $354.54B
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$411.23
-5.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $97.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 748% more annual revenue ($85.26B vs $10.06B). STX leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 19.3%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.67. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
PG
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
STX
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-216.5%
Fair Value
$45.76
Current Price
$144.28
$98.52 premium
Margin of Safety
+1.9%
Fair Value
$415.12
Current Price
$411.23
$3.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Generating 3.8B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 67.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Revenue surging 21.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.4%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 195.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 26.3%. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 21.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 49.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
PG is growing revenue faster at 150.0% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (72/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins and 21.5% 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.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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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