Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsEchoStar Corporation (SATS)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$435.44
+6.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $325.89B
SATS
EchoStar Corporation
$127.15
+3.69%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $36.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 88% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $15.00B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs -96.6%. SATS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SATS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMAT.
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$323.23
Current Price
$127.15
$196.08 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%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 2.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -111.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.3%
Earnings declined 85.6%
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 : SATS
PEG of 1.34 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 42.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SATS
The primary concerns for SATS are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while SATS is a turnaround 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 -2.1% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins. SATS offers better value entry with a 66.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →EchoStar Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
EchoStar Corporation provides broadband satellite technologies and broadband Internet services. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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