Workday [WDAY] vs ServiceNow [NOW] Detailed Stock Comparison
Workday
NASDAQ
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ServiceNow
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: Workday wins in 6 metrics, ServiceNow wins in 13 metrics, with 0 ties. ServiceNow appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Workday | ServiceNow | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 103.12 | 116.27 | Workday |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 6.48 | 17.63 | Workday |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 41.17 | 22.04 | ServiceNow |
| PEG Ratio | 1.43 | 2.50 | Workday |
| EV/EBITDA | 49.76 | 82.41 | Workday |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 6.51% | 13.78% | ServiceNow |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 10.60% | 12.07% | ServiceNow |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 10.60% | 12.07% | ServiceNow |
| Return on Equity | 6.66% | 16.95% | ServiceNow |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 2.82% | 5.17% | ServiceNow |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.19B | $3.38B | ServiceNow |
| 1-Year Return | -5.91% | 2.54% | ServiceNow |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 6.64 | 15.99 | Workday |
| Enterprise Value | $55.08B | $189.05B | ServiceNow |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 6.15 | 15.68 | Workday |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 75.21% | 77.48% | ServiceNow |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $34 | $58 | ServiceNow |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.16 | $7.99 | ServiceNow |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.12 | 0.91 | ServiceNow |
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Workday vs ServiceNow Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workday | 0.05% | 4.58% | 1.67% | -1.92% | -7.48% | -7.23% |
| ServiceNow | 1.41% | 3.47% | 8.39% | -1.06% | 13.86% | -8.84% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workday | -5.91% | 54.47% | 8.27% | 221.92% | 379.81% | 379.81% |
| ServiceNow | 2.54% | 154.92% | 100.25% | 1,219.17% | 3,807.11% | 3,807.11% |
News Based Sentiment: Workday vs ServiceNow
Workday
News based Sentiment: MIXED
Workday reported strong Q2 earnings but faces analyst concerns about future growth and continued insider selling. The company is making significant investments in AI and data integration, positioning it for long-term success, but these initiatives haven't yet fully translated into investor confidence. The mixed signals create a complex investment picture.
ServiceNow
News based Sentiment: MIXED
ServiceNow had a strong month with positive developments like the Zurich platform release, the NextEra partnership, and raised guidance. However, the presence of insider selling and a previous downgrade create a mixed investment picture, making September a significant but complex month for the company.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Workday vs ServiceNow
| Metric | WDAY | NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $58.48B | $197.89B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 2,836,340 | 1,382,190 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 3,637,123 | 1,736,950 |
| Last Close | $233.62 | $961.15 |
| 52 Week Range | $205.33 - $294.00 | $678.66 - $1,198.09 |
| % from 52W High | -20.54% | -19.78% |
| All-Time High | $311.28 (Feb 26, 2024) | $1,198.09 (Jan 27, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -24.95% | -19.78% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.13% | 0.22% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.73% | 0.47% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.07% | 0.14% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.11% | 0.12% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.07% | 0.17% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 41.17 | 22.04 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $34.35 | $52.68 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $30.66 | $29.55 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.59B | $4.70B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.46B | $3.97B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.00 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Workday vs ServiceNow
| Metric | WDAY | NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 103.12 | 116.27 |
| Forward P/E | 26.84 | 55.63 |
| PEG Ratio | 1.43 | 2.50 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 6.64 | 15.99 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 6.48 | 17.63 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $58.48B | $197.89B |
| Enterprise Value | $55.08B | $189.05B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 6.15 | 15.68 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 49.76 | 82.41 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.12 | 0.91 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $34.35 | $52.68 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Workday vs ServiceNow
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | WDAY | NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $2.24B | $3.22B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $537.00M | $724.00M |
| Gross Profit | $1.70B | $2.49B |
| Research & Development | $663.00M | $734.00M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $205.00M | $358.00M |
| EBITDA | $382.00M | $649.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $103.00M | $471.00M |
| Income Tax | $35.00M | $86.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $68.00M | $385.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | WDAY | NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $972.00M | $3.37B |
| Total Current Assets | $9.96B | $9.27B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $4.82B | $8.26B |
| Long-Term Debt | $3.30B | $2.30B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $8.92B | $10.14B |
| Retained Earnings | $-1.14B | $3.95B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $355.00M | $810.00M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | WDAY | NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $645.00M | $2.10B |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $-205.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $421.00M | $1.44B |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | N/A |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-290.00M | $-298.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | WDAY | NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 10.44M | 3.39M |
| Short Ratio | 2.71 | 1.82 |
| Short % of Float | 0.05% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 2,836,340 | 1,382,190 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 3,637,123 | 1,736,950 |
| Shares Outstanding | 266.35M | 206.49M |
| Float Shares | 215.07M | 206.95M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.93% | 0.91% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Workday vs ServiceNow
| Metric | WDAY | NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.00 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $0.00 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $0.00 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | N/A |