Adobe Systems Incorporated (ADBE)vsArm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares (ARM)
ADBE
Adobe Systems Incorporated
$237.25
-0.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $98.06B
ARM
Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares
$157.07
+16.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Adobe Systems Incorporated generates 424% more annual revenue ($24.45B vs $4.67B). ADBE leads profitability with a 29.5% profit margin vs 17.2%. ADBE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. ADBE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ADBE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
ARM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.7%
Fair Value
$421.20
Current Price
$237.25
$183.95 discount
Margin of Safety
-2323.2%
Fair Value
$5.17
Current Price
$157.07
$151.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 21.4x book value
Earnings declined 12.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADBE
The strongest argument for ADBE centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.5% and operating margin at 37.8%. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ARM
The strongest argument for ARM centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 15.4%. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ADBE
The primary concerns for ADBE are Price/Book.
Bear Case : ARM
The primary concerns for ARM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 177.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADBE profiles as a mature stock while ARM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARM carries more volatility with a beta of 4.13 — expect wider price swings.
ARM is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
ADBE generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADBE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 29.5% margins and 12.0% 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.
Adobe Systems Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Adobe Inc. is an American multinational computer software company. Incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in San Jose, California, it has historically specialized in software for the creation and publication of a wide range of content, including graphics, photography, illustration, animation, multimedia, motion pictures and print. The company has expanded into digital marketing management software. Adobe has millions of users worldwide. Flagship products include: Photoshop image editing software, Adobe Illustrator vector-based illustration software, Adobe Acrobat Reader and the Portable Document Format (PDF), plus a host of tools primarily for audio-visual content creation, editing and publishing.
Visit Website →Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Arm Holdings plc architects, develops, and licenses central processing unit products and related technologies for semiconductor companies and original equipment manufacturers rely on to develop products.
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