Allegro Microsystems Inc (ALGM)vsMicrosoft Corporation (MSFT)
ALGM
Allegro Microsystems Inc
$42.85
-2.45%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.73B
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$487.46
-1.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.66T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 34981% more annual revenue ($331.84B vs $945.93M). MSFT leads profitability with a 40.3% profit margin vs 1.5%. MSFT trades at a lower P/E of 26.2x. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ALGM
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.3%
Fair Value
$26.22
Current Price
$42.85
$16.63 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MSFT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 27.5% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Generating 15.8B in free cash flow
17.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.3x book value
1.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -1.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALGM
The strongest argument for ALGM centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.3% and operating margin at 45.1%. Revenue growth of 17.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALGM
The primary concerns for ALGM are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 592.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALGM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.90 — expect wider price swings.
ALGM is growing revenue faster at 27.5% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (15.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 40.3% margins and 17.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Allegro Microsystems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and markets sensor integrated circuits (ICs) and analog power ICs for specific applications for motion control and energy efficient systems. The company is headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.
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