Analog Devices Inc (ADI)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
ADI
Analog Devices Inc
$322.03
+0.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $157.12B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$162.50
+0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $225.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 439% more annual revenue ($63.42B vs $11.76B). RY leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 23.0%. ADI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. ADI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
ADI
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
RY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
+44.3%
Fair Value
$306.13
Current Price
$162.50
$143.63 discount
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 46.2%.
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 : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADI profiles as a growth stock while RY is a mature 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.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (37.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADI scores higher overall (75/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 30.4% revenue growth. RY offers better value entry with a 44.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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