Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares (ARM)vsEquinor ASA ADR (EQNR)
ARM
Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares
$144.13
-6.89%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.33B
EQNR
Equinor ASA ADR
$41.53
+1.00%
ENERGY · Cap: $102.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equinor ASA ADR generates 2169% more annual revenue ($105.98B vs $4.67B). ARM leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs 4.8%. ARM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. ARM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
ARM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
EQNR
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2323.2%
Fair Value
$5.17
Current Price
$144.13
$138.96 premium
Margin of Safety
-116.7%
Fair Value
$13.19
Current Price
$41.53
$28.34 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.4%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 12.3%
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 5.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARM
The strongest argument for ARM centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 15.4%. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EQNR
The strongest argument for EQNR centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ARM
The primary concerns for ARM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 177.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : EQNR
The primary concerns for EQNR are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARM profiles as a growth stock while EQNR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARM carries more volatility with a beta of 4.13 — expect wider price swings.
ARM is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
ARM generates stronger free cash flow (186M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARM scores higher overall (52/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 26.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Arm Holdings plc architects, develops, and licenses central processing unit products and related technologies for semiconductor companies and original equipment manufacturers rely on to develop products.
Equinor ASA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Equinor ASA, an energy company, is engaged in the exploration, production, transportation, refining and marketing of petroleum and petroleum products and other forms of energy, as well as other companies in Norway and internationally. The company is headquartered in Stavanger, Norway.
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