Apple Inc. (AAPL)vsArm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares (ARM)
AAPL
Apple Inc.
$340.08
-0.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.79T
ARM
Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares
$244.74
-8.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $285.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc. generates 9076% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $4.92B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 18.4%. ARM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
ARM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 115 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.3%
Generating 26.7B in free cash flow
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.6% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 29.5%
Revenue surging 20.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 47.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 46.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 31.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 32.3%. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ARM
The strongest argument for ARM centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 29.5%. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ARM
The primary concerns for ARM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 310.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARM carries more volatility with a beta of 3.77 — expect wider price swings.
ARM is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (26.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins and 16.6% 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.
Apple Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.
Visit Website →Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Arm Holdings plc architects, develops, and licenses central processing unit products and related technologies for semiconductor companies and original equipment manufacturers rely on to develop products.
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