Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$456.49
-7.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $362.27B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$167.23
+3.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $401.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 401% more annual revenue ($30.84B vs $6.16B). PLTR leads profitability with a 49.0% profit margin vs 30.0%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AMAT
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
PLTR
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMAT.
Margin of Safety
-83.0%
Fair Value
$91.40
Current Price
$167.23
$75.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 215.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 14.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 33.7%. Revenue growth of 24.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 141.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 92.8% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (78/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins and 24.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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