Amphenol Corporation (APH)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
APH
Amphenol Corporation
$128.73
+0.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $157.29B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$53.74
+0.84%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amphenol Corporation generates 8284% more annual revenue ($23.09B vs $275.46M). APH leads profitability with a 18.5% profit margin vs -31.2%. APH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
APH
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
MP
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.8%
Fair Value
$156.78
Current Price
$128.73
$28.05 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 49.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.8x book value
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APH
The strongest argument for APH centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.5% and operating margin at 27.5%. Revenue growth of 49.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APH
The primary concerns for APH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APH profiles as a growth stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
APH generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APH scores higher overall (76/100 vs 29/100), backed by strong 18.5% margins and 49.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Amphenol Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Amphenol Corporation is a major producer of electronic and fiber optic connectors, cable and interconnect systems such as coaxial cables. Amphenol is a portmanteau from the corporation's original name, American Phenolic Corp.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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