Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$382.59
+3.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $313.07B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$215.97
-0.74%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $22.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 902% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $2.82B). SBAC leads profitability with a 37.4% profit margin vs 27.8%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBAC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMAT.
Margin of Safety
+12.1%
Fair Value
$217.30
Current Price
$215.97
$1.33 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%
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Earnings expanding 115.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 14.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 2.1%
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while SBAC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.64 — expect wider price swings.
SBAC is growing revenue faster at 3.7% — 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 54/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins. Both earn "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 →SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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