Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$453.01
+3.27%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $389.08B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$81.86
-0.33%
UTILITIES · Cap: $80.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 64% more annual revenue ($29.02B vs $17.69B). AMAT leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 18.3%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMAT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.2x book value
2.0% revenue growth
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, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 31.9%. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 46.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a mature stock while NGG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
AMAT is growing revenue faster at 11.4% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (208M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins and 11.4% 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.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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