Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)vsViavi Solutions Inc (VIAV)
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
$466.38
+6.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $850.42B
VIAV
Viavi Solutions Inc
$53.21
+1.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Micro Devices Inc generates 2642% more annual revenue ($37.45B vs $1.37B). AMD leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs -4.0%. AMD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. AMD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
AMD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
VIAV
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Revenue surging 42.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.8x book value
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 14.7x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 1.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VIAV
The strongest argument for VIAV centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 42.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMD
The primary concerns for AMD are Price/Book, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 172.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VIAV
The primary concerns for VIAV are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMD profiles as a growth stock while VIAV is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMD carries more volatility with a beta of 2.40 — expect wider price swings.
VIAV is growing revenue faster at 42.8% — sustainability is the question.
AMD generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMD scores higher overall (61/100 vs 41/100) and 37.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Visit Website →Viavi Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Viavi Solutions Inc. provides network testing, monitoring and assurance solutions to communications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, government, civil, military and avionics customers worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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