Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$369.34
-1.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $293.11B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$108.38
+0.37%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $131.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 99% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $14.21B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 21.2%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
BX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
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
+35.7%
Fair Value
$181.12
Current Price
$108.38
$72.74 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%
Strong operational efficiency at 52.8%
Revenue surging 50.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 42.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.5x book value
Revenue declined 2.1%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.8x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 52.8%. Revenue growth of 50.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while BX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 50.6% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 50.6% revenue growth. AMAT offers better value entry with a 19.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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 →Blackstone Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blackstone Group Inc. is an alternative asset management company specializing in real estate, private equity, hedge fund solutions, credit, secondary funds of funds, public debt and equity strategies and multiple asset classes. The company is headquartered in New York, New York with additional offices across Asia, Europe and North America.
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