Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)vsMastercard Inc (MA)
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
$455.19
+11.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $666.04B
MA
Mastercard Inc
$495.48
-1.09%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $442.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Micro Devices Inc generates 10% more annual revenue ($37.45B vs $33.94B). MA leads profitability with a 45.9% profit margin vs 13.4%. AMD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. MA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
AMD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 37.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 91.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 232 in profit
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.8% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.8x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 57.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMD
The strongest argument for AMD centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 37.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MA
The strongest argument for MA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.9% and operating margin at 60.8%. Revenue growth of 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMD
The primary concerns for AMD are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 137.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MA
The primary concerns for MA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMD carries more volatility with a beta of 2.40 — expect wider price swings.
AMD is growing revenue faster at 37.8% — sustainability is the question.
MA generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MA scores higher overall (70/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 45.9% margins and 15.8% 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.
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Mastercard Incorporated is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in the Mastercard International Global Headquarters in Purchase, New York. The Global Operations Headquarters is located in O'Fallon, Missouri, a municipality of St. Charles County, Missouri. Throughout the world, its principal business is to process payments between the banks of merchants and the card-issuing banks or credit unions of the purchasers who use the Mastercard brand debit, credit and prepaid cards to make purchases. Mastercard Worldwide has been a publicly traded company since 2006.
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