Amphenol Corporation (APH)vsOuster, Inc. Common Stock (OUST)
APH
Amphenol Corporation
$171.26
+4.89%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $185.16B
OUST
Ouster, Inc. Common Stock
$47.84
+12.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amphenol Corporation generates 13877% more annual revenue ($25.90B vs $185.33M). APH leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs -30.1%. APH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
APH
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
OUST
Avoid27
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.7%
Fair Value
$293.00
Current Price
$171.26
$121.74 discount
Margin of Safety
+21.5%
Fair Value
$24.06
Current Price
$47.84
$23.78 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 48.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.0x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -20.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APH
The strongest argument for APH centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.3%. Revenue growth of 58.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OUST
The strongest argument for OUST centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 48.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APH
The primary concerns for APH are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : OUST
The primary concerns for OUST are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APH profiles as a growth stock while OUST is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OUST carries more volatility with a beta of 3.17 — expect wider price swings.
APH is growing revenue faster at 58.4% — sustainability is the question.
APH generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APH scores higher overall (74/100 vs 27/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 58.4% revenue growth. OUST offers better value entry with a 21.5% margin of safety. 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.
Ouster, Inc. Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Ouster, Inc. designs and manufactures digital lidar sensors for the industrial automation, intelligent infrastructure, robotics and automotive markets. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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