Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsGE Vernova LLC (GEV)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$435.44
+6.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $325.89B
GEV
GE Vernova LLC
$1,040.15
-0.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $300.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Vernova LLC generates 40% more annual revenue ($39.38B vs $28.21B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 23.8%. GEV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. GEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
GEV
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
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%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 1816.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.3% revenue growth
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 2.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.1x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : GEV
The strongest argument for GEV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.8% and operating margin at 5.5%. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : GEV
The primary concerns for GEV are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while GEV is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
GEV is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
GEV generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GEV scores higher overall (67/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 23.8% margins and 16.3% revenue growth. 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 →GE Vernova LLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
GE Vernova LLC, an energy business company, generates electricity.
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