Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsAmkor Technology Inc (AMKR)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$369.34
-8.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $293.11B
AMKR
Amkor Technology Inc
$49.93
-0.66%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $12.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 321% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $6.71B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 5.6%. AMKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. AMKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
AMKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+19.1%
Fair Value
$456.30
Current Price
$369.34
$86.96 discount
Margin of Safety
+26.4%
Fair Value
$76.28
Current Price
$49.93
$26.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Earnings expanding 75.2% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Earnings expanding 61.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.5x book value
Revenue declined 2.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
5.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 29.9%.
Bull Case : AMKR
The strongest argument for AMKR centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AMKR
The primary concerns for AMKR are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while AMKR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.97 — expect wider price swings.
AMKR is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins. AMKR offers better value entry with a 26.4% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Applied Materials Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays for computers, smartphones and televisions, and solar products. The company also supplies equipment to produce coatings for flexible electronics, packaging and other applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Amkor Technology, Inc. provides outsourced semiconductor packaging and testing services in the United States, Japan, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the rest of Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.
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