Apple Inc (AAPL)vsMACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc (MTSI)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$293.32
+2.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.22T
MTSI
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
$359.88
+4.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 41941% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $1.07B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 16.5%. MTSI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.05. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
MTSI
Buy60
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 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
Revenue surging 22.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 42.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 48.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : MTSI
The strongest argument for MTSI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 17.6%. Revenue growth of 22.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MTSI
The primary concerns for MTSI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 147.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
MTSI is growing revenue faster at 22.5% — 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 60/100), 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 →MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. designs and manufactures analog semiconductor solutions for use in wired and wireless applications in the radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave and light wave spectrum in the United States, China, Asia Pacific and internationally. . . The company is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts.
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