Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsNewmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$435.44
+6.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $325.89B
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$116.51
+2.66%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $124.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 13% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $24.97B). NEM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 27.8%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.96. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
NEM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMAT.
Margin of Safety
-81.0%
Fair Value
$68.86
Current Price
$116.51
$47.65 premium
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%
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.4%
Revenue surging 45.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 78.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
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
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 : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 61.4%. Revenue growth of 45.8% 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 : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while NEM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
NEM is growing revenue faster at 45.8% — sustainability is the question.
NEM generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 45.8% 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 →Newmont Goldcorp Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Newmont Corporation, based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States, is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world.
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