Impinj Inc (PI)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
PI
Impinj Inc
$176.82
+2.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.25B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$167.23
+3.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $401.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palantir Technologies Inc. generates 1557% more annual revenue ($6.16B vs $371.52M). PLTR leads profitability with a 49.0% profit margin vs -7.3%. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
PI
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
PLTR
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.2%
Fair Value
$84.77
Current Price
$176.82
$92.05 premium
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
No standout strengths identified
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
0.0% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 23.3x book value
ROE of -13.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PI
Revenue growth of 10.7% 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 : PI
The primary concerns for PI are EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
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
PI profiles as a turnaround stock while PLTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — 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.
Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (75/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 49.0% margins and 92.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Impinj Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Impinj, Inc. operates a cloud connectivity platform. The company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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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