Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsBristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$369.34
-1.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $293.11B
BMY
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
$58.94
+2.70%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $120.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company generates 71% more annual revenue ($48.19B vs $28.21B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 14.6%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.70. BMY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
BMY
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
+63.0%
Fair Value
$161.93
Current Price
$58.94
$102.99 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%
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.5x book value
Revenue declined 2.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : BMY
The strongest argument for BMY centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : BMY
The primary concerns for BMY are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while BMY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
BMY is growing revenue faster at 1.3% — sustainability is the question.
BMY generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins. BMY offers better value entry with a 63.0% 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.
Visit Website →Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) is an American multinational pharmaceutical company, headquartered in New York City. Bristol Myers Squibb manufactures prescription pharmaceuticals and biologics in several therapeutic areas, including cancer, AIDS, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hepatitis, rheumatoid arthritis and psychiatric disorders.
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