Quantum Corporation (QMCO)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
QMCO
Quantum Corporation
$23.56
+1.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $849.68M
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$462.00
-1.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $193.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Western Digital Corporation generates 4263% more annual revenue ($12.92B vs $296.10M). WDC leads profitability with a 73.0% profit margin vs -80.8%. QMCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. WDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
QMCO
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WDC
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 25.7% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 106 in profit
Keeps 73 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.6%
Revenue surging 43.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 984.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 22.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : QMCO
The strongest argument for QMCO centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 73.0% and operating margin at 43.6%. Revenue growth of 43.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : QMCO
The primary concerns for QMCO are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QMCO carries more volatility with a beta of 3.00 — expect wider price swings.
WDC is growing revenue faster at 43.8% — sustainability is the question.
WDC generates stronger free cash flow (991M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COMPUTER HARDWARE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WDC scores higher overall (79/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 73.0% margins and 43.8% 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.
Quantum Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Quantum Corporation offers products for storing and managing digital video and unstructured data in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Western Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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