Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsViking Holdings Ltd (VIK)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$435.44
+6.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $325.89B
VIK
Viking Holdings Ltd
$82.67
-1.55%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $37.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 334% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $6.50B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 17.6%. VIK trades at a lower P/E of 32.7x. VIK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
VIK
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
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 255 in profit
Earnings expanding 226.6% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Revenue surging 27.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 2.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 33.7x book value
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 : VIK
The strongest argument for VIK centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 20.9%. Revenue growth of 27.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : VIK
The primary concerns for VIK are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while VIK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
VIK is growing revenue faster at 27.8% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VIK scores higher overall (66/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins and 27.8% 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 →Viking Holdings Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Viking Holdings Ltd engages in the passenger shipping and other forms of passenger transport in North America, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda.
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