Analog Devices Inc (ADI)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
ADI
Analog Devices Inc
$416.52
+1.96%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $199.44B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$75.64
-3.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $242.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 590% more annual revenue ($81.14B vs $11.76B). WFC leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 23.0%. ADI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ADI
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
WFC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 29.4%
Generating 9.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 29.4%. PEG of 1.43 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 74.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADI profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
ADI is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins. 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.
Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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