Amphenol Corporation (APH)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
APH
Amphenol Corporation
$122.47
-4.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $168.07B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$348.07
-1.99%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amphenol Corporation generates 587% more annual revenue ($25.90B vs $3.77B). APH leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs 11.9%. APH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. APH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
APH
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
WAT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.3%
Fair Value
$312.78
Current Price
$122.47
$190.31 discount
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$348.07
$146.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 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
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.1x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APH
The primary concerns for APH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
APH generates stronger free cash flow (830M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
APH scores higher overall (74/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 58.4% 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.
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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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