Amazon.com Inc (AMZN)vsKLA Corporation (KLAC)
AMZN
Amazon.com Inc
$272.68
+0.56%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.92T
KLAC
KLA Corporation
$1,869.19
+6.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $230.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amazon.com Inc generates 5571% more annual revenue ($742.78B vs $13.10B). KLAC leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 12.2%. AMZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. KLAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
AMZN
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
KLAC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.3%
Fair Value
$166.05
Current Price
$272.68
$106.63 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KLAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 74.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
16.6% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 95 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 44.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMZN
The strongest argument for AMZN centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KLAC
The strongest argument for KLAC centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 41.2%. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMZN
The primary concerns for AMZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : KLAC
The primary concerns for KLAC are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 50.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMZN profiles as a growth stock while KLAC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KLAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
AMZN is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
KLAC generates stronger free cash flow (622M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KLAC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 35.7% margins and 11.5% 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.
Amazon.com Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Amazon.com, Inc. is an American multinational technology company which focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook. The company has been referred to as one of the most influential economic and cultural forces in the world, as well as the world's most valuable brand.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
KLA Corporation is a capital equipment company based in Milpitas, California. It supplies process control and yield management systems for the semiconductor industry and other related nanoelectronics industries. The company's products and services are intended for all phases of wafer, reticle, integrated circuit (IC) and packaging production, from research and development to final volume manufacturing.
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