Axcelis Technologies Inc (ACLS)vsApplied Materials Inc (AMAT)
ACLS
Axcelis Technologies Inc
$147.16
-9.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.62B
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$453.01
+2.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $389.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 3333% more annual revenue ($29.02B vs $845.44M). AMAT leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 11.9%. ACLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ACLS
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
AMAT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
3.3% revenue growth
Operating margin of 4.0%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACLS
The strongest argument for ACLS centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 31.9%. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACLS
The primary concerns for ACLS are Revenue Growth, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 46.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 46.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACLS profiles as a value stock while AMAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACLS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — expect wider price swings.
AMAT is growing revenue faster at 11.4% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (208M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins and 11.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Axcelis Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Axcelis Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures and services the ion implantation and other processing equipment used in the manufacture of semiconductor chips in the United States, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Beverly, Massachusetts.
Applied Materials Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays for computers, smartphones and televisions, and solar products. The company also supplies equipment to produce coatings for flexible electronics, packaging and other applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley.
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