Apple Inc (AAPL)vsOuster, Inc. Common Stock (OUST)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$287.51
+1.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.07T
OUST
Ouster, Inc. Common Stock
$29.40
+2.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 266420% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $169.38M). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs -35.6%. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
OUST
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AAPL.
Margin of Safety
+29.8%
Fair Value
$26.89
Current Price
$29.39
$2.50 discount
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 106.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 47.9x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -27.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : OUST
The strongest argument for OUST centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 106.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OUST
The primary concerns for OUST are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while OUST is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OUST carries more volatility with a beta of 3.06 — expect wider price swings.
OUST is growing revenue faster at 106.6% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (26.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 25/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins and 16.6% revenue growth. OUST offers better value entry with a 29.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →Ouster, Inc. Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Ouster, Inc. designs and manufactures digital lidar sensors for the industrial automation, intelligent infrastructure, robotics and automotive markets. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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