Analog Devices Inc (ADI)vsBritish American Tobacco p.l.c. (BTI)
ADI
Analog Devices Inc
$322.03
+0.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $157.12B
BTI
British American Tobacco p.l.c.
$57.76
-0.28%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $125.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
British American Tobacco p.l.c. generates 118% more annual revenue ($25.61B vs $11.76B). BTI leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 23.0%. BTI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.41. ADI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
ADI
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
BTI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.8%
Fair Value
$256.00
Current Price
$322.03
$66.03 premium
Margin of Safety
-39.2%
Fair Value
$43.34
Current Price
$57.76
$14.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.1%
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 116.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.1% revenue growth
1.6% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADI
The strongest argument for ADI centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 33.1%. Revenue growth of 30.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BTI
The strongest argument for BTI centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 34.6%. PEG of 0.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ADI
The primary concerns for ADI are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : BTI
The primary concerns for BTI are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADI profiles as a growth stock while BTI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
ADI is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
BTI generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADI scores higher overall (75/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 30.4% 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.
Analog Devices Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), also known simply as Analog, is an American multinational semiconductor company specializing in data conversion, signal processing and power management technology, headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
British American Tobacco p.l.c.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
British American Tobacco plc offers tobacco and nicotine products to consumers around the world. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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