Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsTrane Technologies plc (TT)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$453.01
+4.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $465.09B
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$463.76
+2.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $104.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 34% more annual revenue ($29.02B vs $21.60B). AMAT leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 13.4%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.89. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMAT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
TT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.9x book value
Earnings declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 31.9%. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a mature stock while TT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
AMAT is growing revenue faster at 11.4% — sustainability is the question.
TT generates stronger free cash flow (542M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins and 11.4% revenue growth. 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 →Trane Technologies plc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Trane Technologies plc is an American Irish domiciled diversified industrial manufacturing company. It is headquartered near Dublin, Ireland.
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