Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$369.34
-1.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $293.11B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$200.04
+0.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 32% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $21.31B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 6.6%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.70. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+19.1%
Fair Value
$456.30
Current Price
$369.34
$86.96 discount
Margin of Safety
+68.8%
Fair Value
$724.93
Current Price
$200.04
$524.89 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%
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 27.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.5x book value
Revenue declined 2.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
THC is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 64/100). AMAT offers better value entry with a 19.1% margin of safety. 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.
Visit Website →Tenet Healthcare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified health services company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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