Apple Inc (AAPL)vsCerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock (CBRS)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$312.06
-0.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.39T
CBRS
Cerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock
$241.71
-2.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $56.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 88420% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $509.99M). CBRS leads profitability with a 46.6% profit margin vs 27.2%. AAPL trades at a lower P/E of 36.2x. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
CBRS
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 142 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
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 1474.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 43.0x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -30.6%
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 : CBRS
The strongest argument for CBRS centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.6% and operating margin at -30.6%. Revenue growth of 1474.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CBRS
The primary concerns for CBRS are EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 626.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRS is growing revenue faster at 1474.0% — 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 45/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins and 16.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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 →Cerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Cerebras Systems Inc. designs and develops processors for artificial intelligence (AI) training and inference in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
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