Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)vsPublic Storage (PSA)
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$154.96
+0.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $370.18B
PSA
Public Storage
$267.63
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $47.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 8% more annual revenue ($4.83B vs $4.48B). PSA leads profitability with a 36.9% profit margin vs 36.3%. PLTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.98. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
PLTR
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
PSA
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-337.0%
Fair Value
$29.48
Current Price
$154.96
$125.48 premium
Margin of Safety
-380.1%
Fair Value
$61.20
Current Price
$267.63
$206.43 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 50.1x book value
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.6x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.9% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 245.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLTR profiles as a growth stock while PSA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.74 — 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 50/100), backed by strong 36.3% margins and 70.0% 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.
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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REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Public Storage is an American international self storage company headquartered in Glendale, California, that is run as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
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