Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)vsCostco Wholesale Corp (COST)
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
$220.27
+7.26%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $334.84B
COST
Costco Wholesale Corp
$974.86
+0.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $432.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Costco Wholesale Corp generates 726% more annual revenue ($286.27B vs $34.64B). AMD leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs 3.0%. AMD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.60. AMD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
AMD
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
COST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-80.3%
Fair Value
$122.15
Current Price
$220.27
$98.12 premium
Margin of Safety
-74.7%
Fair Value
$558.15
Current Price
$974.86
$416.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.4B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.2% earnings growth
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.5x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMD
The strongest argument for AMD centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 34.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.60 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : COST
The strongest argument for COST centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : AMD
The primary concerns for AMD are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 78.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : COST
The primary concerns for COST are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 50.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMD profiles as a growth stock while COST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMD carries more volatility with a beta of 2.02 — expect wider price swings.
AMD is growing revenue faster at 34.1% — sustainability is the question.
AMD generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMD scores higher overall (65/100 vs 53/100) and 34.1% 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.
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, that develops computer processors and related technologies for business and consumer markets. AMD's main products include microprocessors, motherboard chipsets, embedded processors and graphics processors for servers, workstations, personal computers and embedded system applications.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Costco Wholesale Corporation (doing business as Costco Wholesale and also known simply as Costco) is an American multinational corporation which operates a chain of membership-only (needing a membership to shop there) big-box retail stores. As of 2020, Costco was the fifth largest retailer in the world, and the world's largest retailer of choice and prime beef, organic foods, rotisserie chicken, and wine as of 2016.
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