Apple Inc (AAPL)vsDiebold Nixdorf, Incorporated (DBD)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$312.06
-1.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.39T
DBD
Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated
$81.14
+0.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 11606% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $3.86B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 2.8%. DBD trades at a lower P/E of 28.0x. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
DBD
Buy56
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
Earnings expanding 815.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 43.0x book value
Moderate valuation
2.8% margin — thin
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 : DBD
The strongest argument for DBD centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : DBD
The primary concerns for DBD are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while DBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
AAPL is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100), 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 →Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated provides connected commerce solutions to financial institutions and retailers in Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the United States, Canada, Mexico and Latin America. The company is headquartered in North Canton, Ohio.
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