Singlepoint (OTCMKTS:SING – Get Free Report) and 8X8 (NASDAQ:EGHT – Get Free Report) are both small-cap computer and technology companies, but which is the better investment? We will contrast the two companies based on the strength of their valuation, dividends, institutional ownership, risk, earnings, profitability and analyst recommendations.
Profitability
This table compares Singlepoint and 8X8’s net margins, return on equity and return on assets.
| Net Margins | Return on Equity | Return on Assets | |
| Singlepoint | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 8X8 | -0.53% | 20.12% | 3.92% |
Analyst Recommendations
This is a breakdown of current recommendations for Singlepoint and 8X8, as provided by MarketBeat.
| Sell Ratings | Hold Ratings | Buy Ratings | Strong Buy Ratings | Rating Score | |
| Singlepoint | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| 8X8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2.00 |
Institutional & Insider Ownership
94.0% of 8X8 shares are owned by institutional investors. 48.9% of Singlepoint shares are owned by insiders. Comparatively, 2.0% of 8X8 shares are owned by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, large money managers and endowments believe a stock is poised for long-term growth.
Earnings and Valuation
This table compares Singlepoint and 8X8″s gross revenue, earnings per share and valuation.
| Gross Revenue | Price/Sales Ratio | Net Income | Earnings Per Share | Price/Earnings Ratio | |
| Singlepoint | $20.28 million | 0.00 | -$28.93 million | ($22.66) | 0.00 |
| 8X8 | $727.55 million | 0.46 | -$27.21 million | ($0.02) | -119.50 |
8X8 has higher revenue and earnings than Singlepoint. 8X8 is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Singlepoint, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.
Volatility and Risk
Singlepoint has a beta of 1.09, meaning that its stock price is 9% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, 8X8 has a beta of 1.83, meaning that its stock price is 83% more volatile than the S&P 500.
Summary
8X8 beats Singlepoint on 11 of the 14 factors compared between the two stocks.
About Singlepoint
SinglePoint Inc. focuses on providing renewable energy solutions and energy-efficient applications in the United States. The company offers solar and air purification services; and solar installation and brokerage services. It also operates as an online store; supplies hydroponic supplies and nutrients to commercial and individual farmers, as well as nutrients, lights, HVAC systems, and other products to individuals that are interested in horticulture; and offers automotive technology solutions for vehicle repairs. In addition, the company provides digital and direct marketing services focused on customer lead generation in the solar energy industry. Further, it offers solar, battery backup, and electric vehicle chargers to homeowners and commercial business. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona.
About 8X8
8×8, Inc. engages in the provision of enterprise communication solutions. It offers solutions to the business services, education, financial services, government, healthcare, and manufacturing industries. The company was founded in February 1987 and is headquartered in Campbell, CA.
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