Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsMolson Coors Brewing Co Class B (TAP)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$435.44
+6.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $325.89B
TAP
Molson Coors Brewing Co Class B
$42.41
-1.67%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $8.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 152% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $11.19B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs -18.9%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.96. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TAP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMAT.
Margin of Safety
+59.8%
Fair Value
$132.44
Current Price
$42.41
$90.03 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%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 2.1%
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -18.1% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : TAP
The strongest argument for TAP centers on Price/Book, EPS 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 : TAP
The primary concerns for TAP are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while TAP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
TAP is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — 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 56/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins. TAP offers better value entry with a 59.8% margin of safety. 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 →Molson Coors Brewing Co Class B
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
The Molson Coors Beverage Company, commonly known as Molson Coors, is a multinational drink and brewing company headquartered in Chicago in the United States.
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