Apple Inc (AAPL)vsMonolithic Power Systems Inc (MPWR)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$270.17
+0.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.98T
MPWR
Monolithic Power Systems Inc
$1,526.84
+1.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $75.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 15511% more annual revenue ($435.62B vs $2.79B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.0% profit margin vs 22.3%. AAPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.44. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AAPL
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
MPWR
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 152 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.4%
Generating 51.6B in free cash flow
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.7% revenue growth
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Revenue surging 20.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 45.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 21.1x 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 27.0% and operating margin at 35.4%. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MPWR
The strongest argument for MPWR centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 26.6%. Revenue growth of 20.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MPWR
The primary concerns for MPWR are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 119.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MPWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
MPWR is growing revenue faster at 20.8% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (51.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 27.0% margins and 15.7% revenue growth. Both earn "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 →Monolithic Power Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. is an American, publicly traded company headquartered in Kirkland, Washington. The company provides power circuits for systems found in cloud computing, telecom infrastructures, automotive, industrial applications and consumer applications.
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