Apple Inc (AAPL)vsGDS Holdings Ltd (GDS)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$307.34
-1.52%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.63T
GDS
GDS Holdings Ltd
$34.00
-6.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 3638% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $12.08B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 23.5%. GDS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. GDS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
GDS
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AAPL.
Margin of Safety
+18.1%
Fair Value
$56.72
Current Price
$34.00
$22.72 discount
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 207.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.0%
Revenue surging 23.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 42.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : GDS
The strongest argument for GDS centers on EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.5% and operating margin at 27.0%. Revenue growth of 23.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : GDS
The primary concerns for GDS are Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
GDS is growing revenue faster at 23.6% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (26.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GDS scores higher overall (83/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 23.5% margins and 23.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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 →GDS Holdings Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · China
GDS Holdings Limited, develops and operates data centers in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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