Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsVuzix Corp Cmn Stk (VUZI)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$337.17
-0.41%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $267.58B
VUZI
Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
$2.17
-3.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $180.45M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 449125% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $6.28M). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 0.0%. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
VUZI
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.0%
Fair Value
$455.83
Current Price
$337.17
$118.66 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VUZI.
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%
Revenue surging 76.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.3x book value
Revenue declined 2.1%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
ROE of -89.7% — below average capital efficiency
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 : VUZI
The strongest argument for VUZI centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 76.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : VUZI
The primary concerns for VUZI are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while VUZI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
VUZI is growing revenue faster at 76.3% — 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 26/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Vuzix Corporation designs, manufactures, markets and sells augmented reality (AR) computing and display devices for consumer and business markets in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in West Henrietta, New York.
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