Stock Analysis
Dell Technologies Inc.DELL
P/E 25.65×· 5Y range 12.24–40.59×· 76th percentile of history
Sector: Technology · Industry: Electronic Computers
AnalystsStrong Buy35 analystsP/E 25.7× sits at the 76th percentile of its 5.0978781656399725-year history.
Cash covers 37% of debt · FY 2026.
PMP Verdict
Mixed fundamentals, expensive valuation
Strengths
- Quality82
- Financial Health61
Risks
- Valuation54
- Growth37
Mixed fundamentals at a demanding price.
Market context
-4.6% today· Z 1.3σ
Bull Case
- ✓Piotroski F-Score 7/9 — high earnings quality
- ✓Altman Z 3.1 — safe-zone balance sheet
What's happening with DELL
Profile
Strong earnings quality; growth and moat lag behind.
How is each axis scored?
- Valuation54/100 · Moderate
- P/E vs own history (76th pct)5/25
- FCF yield (3.0%)12/25
- P/S (1.9x)25/25
- EV/EBIT (21.3x)12/25
- Growth37/100 · Weak
- Revenue CAGR (2.9%)6/25
- Net income CAGR (1.6%)6/25
- EPS CAGR 5Y (n/a)0/25
- Fwd implied growth (32.5%)25/25
- Profitability50/100 · Moderate
- ROIC (64.3%)25/25
- ROE (n/a)0/25
- Net margin (7.5%)13/25
- Operating margin (9.4%)12/25
- Financial Health61/100 · Moderate
- Altman Z (3.13)25/25
- Current ratio (0.91)6/25
- Interest coverage (7.3x)18/25
- Net cash / debt (D/A 20%)12/25
- Quality82/100 · Strong
- Piotroski F (7/9)22/25
- Beneish M (-2.24)20/25
- FCF conversion (75%)15/25
- Margin stability (σ 4.3%)25/25
- Moat49/100 · Weak
- ROIC >12% years (5/10 yrs)13/25
- Median gross margin (22.9%)6/25
- FCF-positive years (10/10 yrs)25/25
- Worst-year net margin (worst -4.7%)5/25
Risk Flags
- ⚠3 loss-making years in recent history
About Dell Technologies Inc.
Dell Technologies is a broad information technology vendor, primarily supplying hardware to enterprises. Show more
It focuses on premium and commercial personal computers, as well as enterprise on-premises data center hardware. It holds top-three shares in its core markets of personal computers, peripheral displays, mainstream servers, and external storage. Dell has a robust ecosystem of component and assembly partners and also relies heavily on channel partners to fulfill its sales.
Headquarters: ROUND ROCK, TX · Employees: 97,000 · Website ↗
Price History
Weekly Candlestick Chart — up to 5Y
Key Metrics
Financial snapshot · Tap any metric for its definition and grade
TTM Snapshot
trailing twelve months · YoYValuation
54CP/E (TTM)25.4xC
Grade C: ExpensivePrice / TTM EPS (own statements) — vs own 5Y history: 12.2x–40.6x · 76th pct
P/FCF34.6xC
Grade C: ExpensivePrice / Free Cash Flow per share (Finnhub). Inverse of FCF yield — negative when FCF is negative
FCF Yield3.0%C
Grade C: LowTTM (OCF − CapEx) / Market Cap — vs own 5Y history: 1.6%–14.2% · 16th pct
P/S (TTM)1.88xA
Grade A: CheapPrice / TTM Revenue (own statements) — vs own 5Y history: 0.5x–2.5x · 90th pct
EV/EBIT21.3xC
Grade C: ExpensiveEnterprise value / TTM EBIT (D&A not in our data) — capital-structure neutral — vs own 5Y history: 13.2x–30.6x · 82nd pct
EV/Sales2.1xB
Grade B: FairEnterprise Value / TTM Revenue (Finnhub) — capital-structure neutral sales multiple
Forward P/E19.1xB
Grade B: FairPrice / next-year EPS estimate — shows whether the TTM multiple is rich or just front-loading growth
P/B RatioNeg. EquityC
Grade C: BuybacksPrice to Book Value. Neg. equity = heavy buybacks
PEG Ratio0.59A
Grade A: CheapFinnhub PEG — their P/E basis ÷ expected EPS growth. Suppressed when their P/E diverges >2× from our TTM P/E (different basis)
Dividend Yield0.53%A
Grade A: PaysTTM dividend yield (Finnhub) — annual dividends / price. None = no dividend; very high yield can signal distress
Payout Ratio13.8%A
Grade A: SafeDividends / Net Income (Finnhub) — share of earnings paid out; >90% or negative = unsustainable
Profitability
50CROIC64.3%A
Grade A: MoatNOPAT (EBIT less ~21% tax) / invested capital (equity + debt − cash). Flagship quality metric — durable >15% signals a moat
ROENeg. EquityC
Grade C: BuybacksReturn on Equity. Neg. equity = heavy buybacks
ROA10.6%A
Grade A: StrongReturn on Assets (Finnhub) — Net Income / Total Assets; how efficiently assets produce profit
Net Margin7.5%C
Grade C: AverageNet Income / Revenue
Operating Margin9.4%D
Grade D: LowTTM EBIT / TTM Revenue
Gross Margin19.8%D
Grade D: LowGross Profit / Revenue
FCF Margin5.7%D
Grade D: LowFCF / Revenue
True FCF Margin5.2%C
Grade C: AverageTTM (OCF − CapEx − SBC) / TTM Revenue — SBC treated as a real cost
Growth
37DRevenue CAGR2.9%D
Grade D: LowCompound annual revenue growth (up to 5Y depending on data availability)
Net Income CAGR1.6%D
Grade D: LowCompound annual net income growth (up to 5Y depending on data availability)
EPS CAGR (5Y)—
Compound annual EPS growth over up to 5Y of per-share earnings (own statements). Null when either endpoint EPS ≤ 0
Implied EPS Growth32.5%A
Grade A: HighAnalyst forward EPS (normalized basis) vs our GAAP TTM EPS — different bases, so extreme values usually mark cyclically depressed TTM earnings, not real growth
Dilution (5Y)-18.0%A
Grade A: BuybacksShare count change over 5Y
SBC / Net Income6.4%A
Grade A: LowStock-based comp/Net income. >30% = dilution risk
SBC / Revenue0.5%A
Grade A: LowTTM stock-based comp / TTM Revenue
Financial Health
61BAltman Z-Score3.13A
Grade A: SafeBankruptcy risk. >3 Safe, <1.8 Distress
Current Ratio0.91xD
Grade D: LowCurrent Assets/Liabilities
Quick Ratio0.71xC
Grade C: Ok(Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities (Finnhub) — stricter liquidity test, excludes inventory
Interest Coverage7.3xC
Grade C: OkEBIT/Interest. >10 Strong
Debt Repayment2.3yA
Grade A: FastYears to repay net debt via FCF
Net Debt/EBIT1.4xA
Grade A: LowLeverage. <2x Low, >4x High
Debt/Equity—
Debt / Equity: <1 Conservative, >2 Risky. Not meaningful with non-positive equity; shown as unavailable rather than low debt.
Cash / Debt0.37xC
Grade C: PartialCash covers how much of total debt. >1 = could repay all debt from cash
Quality
82APiotroski F-Score7/9A
Grade A: StrongFinancial strength 0–9. >7 Strong
Beneish M-Score-2.24A
Grade A: SafeEarnings manipulation risk. < -2.22 Safe
FCF Conversion75.2%C
Grade C: AverageFCF / Net Income
Margin Stability4.3%A
Grade A: StableEBIT margin std deviation. Lower = stable
Capex / Revenue2.4%A
Grade A: Asset-lightTTM CapEx / TTM Revenue — high % = capital-hungry business
Asset Turnover1.40xA
Grade A: HighRevenue / Total Assets (Finnhub) — how efficiently the asset base generates sales
Insider Transactions
SEC Form 4 · 8 recordsP/S codes are the directional signal; grants, option exercises and tax withholding carry none. Form 4 doesn't flag 10b5-1 plans — scheduled sales may appear within open-market sells.
| Trade date | Insider | Transaction | Shares | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. Filed | Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. | Option exercise | -449 | |
Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. Filed | Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. | SellOpen market sale | -30 | |
Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. Filed | Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. | SellOpen market sale | -22 | |
Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. Filed | Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. | SellOpen market sale | -30 | |
Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. Filed | Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. | SellOpen market sale | -67 |
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| Trade date | Insider | Transaction | Shares | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. Filed | Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. | SellOpen market sale | -50 | |
Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. Filed | Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. | SellOpen market sale | -19 | |
Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. Filed | Silver Lake Technology Investors V, L.P. | SellOpen market sale | -23 |
Option exercise (M) rows report a derivative leg, not an open-market sale — a paired negative entry is the option position being consumed.
More metrics — Moat, Per Share, Balance Sheet, MarketHide additional metrics
Moat
49D+ROIC >12% Years5/10 yrsC
Grade C: ModerateShare of completed fiscal years with ROIC > 12% — measures multi-year capital-return durability
Gross Margin (Med.)22.9%D
Grade D: WeakMedian annual gross margin across available fiscal years — pricing-power durability
FCF-Positive Years10/10 yrsA
Grade A: DurableShare of completed fiscal years with positive free cash flow
Net Margin Floor-4.7%D
Grade D: WeakWeakest annual net margin across completed fiscal years — recession/downcycle resilience
Per Share
EPS (TTM)$17.61
Own TTM net income / shares — same earnings basis as P/E
Cash / Share$17.85
Cash & short-term investments per share (Finnhub)
Book Value / Share$11.67
Shareholders' equity per share (Finnhub). Negative = accumulated losses / heavy buybacks
Balance Sheet
Total Debt$31.50B
Total debt obligations (short + long term)
Cash & Equiv.$11.53B
Cash and short-term investments
Net Debt$19.98B
Total Debt minus Cash. Negative = Net Cash position
Total Equity$-2.47B
Shareholders' equity (book value)
Asset / Liability0.98xD
Grade D: RiskyTotal Assets / Total Liabilities
Market
Market Cap$284.10B
Current Market Capitalization
Beta1.40C
Grade C: VolatilePrice sensitivity vs the market (Finnhub) — 1.0 moves with market, >1.2 amplifies swings
How grades work: each metric is graded A–D against fixed thresholds (tap a row for the meaning). Card grades map the pillar score to A+–E — a card grade is that pillar's own score, not an average of the rows shown.
Financials as of Jul 2026 · Ratio snapshot Oct 17, 2026
Key Insights: Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL)
DELL is down 4.58% at the last close. Dell Technologies Inc. meets 7 of 9 Piotroski F-Score criteria, placing its fundamental strength in the top tier of US-listed stocks. Altman Z-Score of 3.13 sits comfortably in the safe zone (≥ 2.99), indicating low bankruptcy risk.
- Beneish M-Score of -2.24 suggests a low likelihood of earnings manipulation.
- Takes ~2.3 years to repay net debt from free cash flow.
- Dell Technologies Inc. posted a net loss in 3 of 10 available completed fiscal years (2017–2026).
See how DELL ranks on the Capex Tracker — top 50 capital spenders compared.
Recent Market Moves
See all DELL moves →| Date | Session | Price | Move | Z-Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15 | Regular | 467.74 | -7.91% | -2.13 |
| Oct 14 | Regular | 507.84 | -11.29% | -4.45 |
| Oct 14 | After-hours | 498.53 | -12.92% | -5.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about DELL
What is the current Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) stock price?
DELL is trading at $451.71 at the last market close, down 4.58% on the session. PreMarketPrice tracks DELL pre-market, intraday and after-hours prices.
Is DELL stock a buy right now?
PreMarketPrice's quantitative model rates Dell Technologies Inc.'s financial health at 61/100. This is a data-driven snapshot of fundamentals, not investment advice.
Is DELL stock overvalued?
Dell Technologies Inc. trades at a trailing P/E of 25.4 and our valuation score rates it 54/100 (higher = cheaper vs. its own history). See the Valuation History and Key Metrics sections for forward P/E, EV/EBITDA and PEG context.
When does Dell Technologies Inc. report earnings?
No confirmed earnings date is currently scheduled for DELL. The Earnings section lists recent reports and updates as dates are announced.
What sector does Dell Technologies Inc. operate in?
Dell Technologies Inc. operates in the Technology sector, within the Electronic Computers industry. The Related Stocks section lists sector peers for comparison.
What does Dell Technologies Inc. do?
Dell Technologies is a broad information technology vendor, primarily supplying hardware to enterprises.
About Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) Stock
Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) is a US-listed stock operating in the Technology sector, specifically the Electronic Computers industry. As of the latest update, Dell Technologies Inc. is trading at $451.71, down 4.58% on the day with a market capitalization of $284.1 billion. The financial health score for DELL is 61/100, which indicates good financial strength based on profitability, leverage, liquidity, and growth metrics. This page provides real-time pre-market pricing, earnings calendar, financial health analysis, and valuation metrics for DELL stock.
DELL Stock Analysis & Key Metrics
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- Pre-market price & movement: Real-time DELL stock price with percentage change, updated continuously during pre-market and regular trading hours.
- Valuation & P/E history: Historical P/E, P/S, and P/B ratios for DELL with trend analysis and normalized valuation multiples.
- Financial statements: Revenue, net income, assets, liabilities, and equity for Dell Technologies Inc. across multiple reporting periods.
- Financial health score: A composite score of 61/100 based on Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, profitability, and leverage metrics for DELL.
- Sector peers: Compare DELL against 5 other technology stocks on key financial metrics.
Is DELL a Good Stock to Buy?
This page provides data-driven analysis to help you evaluate Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) as an investment. The financial health score of 61/100 suggests good financial fundamentals. Valuation metrics show whether the stock is trading above or below its historical average.However, this is not financial advice — always do your own research before investing.
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