Amkor Technology Inc (AMKR)vsLam Research Corp (LRCX)
AMKR
Amkor Technology Inc
$41.21
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $10.49B
LRCX
Lam Research Corp
$254.39
+0.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $330.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lam Research Corp generates 211% more annual revenue ($23.23B vs $7.46B). LRCX leads profitability with a 31.3% profit margin vs 8.3%. AMKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. LRCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AMKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LRCX
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-87.2%
Fair Value
$22.55
Current Price
$41.21
$18.66 premium
Margin of Safety
+32.1%
Fair Value
$349.79
Current Price
$254.39
$95.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.0% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.4%
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 25.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMKR
The strongest argument for AMKR centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LRCX
The strongest argument for LRCX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.3% and operating margin at 37.4%. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMKR
The primary concerns for AMKR are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LRCX
The primary concerns for LRCX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 45.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMKR profiles as a value stock while LRCX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMKR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.22 — expect wider price swings.
LRCX is growing revenue faster at 30.0% — sustainability is the question.
LRCX generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LRCX scores higher overall (78/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 31.3% margins and 30.0% 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.
Amkor Technology Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Amkor Technology, Inc. provides outsourced semiconductor packaging and testing services in the United States, Japan, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the rest of Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.
Visit Website →Lam Research Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Lam Research Corporation is an American corporation that engages in the design, manufacture, marketing, and service of semiconductor processing equipment used in the fabrication of integrated circuits. Its products are used primarily in front-end wafer processing, which involves the steps that create the active components of semiconductor devices (transistors, capacitors) and their wiring (interconnects). The company also builds equipment for back-end wafer-level packaging (WLP), and for related manufacturing markets such as for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). The company is headquartered in Fremont, California, in the Silicon Valley.
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