Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares (ARM)vsFlex Ltd (FLEX)
ARM
Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares
$157.07
+16.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.33B
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$70.02
+1.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Flex Ltd generates 475% more annual revenue ($26.83B vs $4.67B). ARM leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs 3.2%. FLEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. FLEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ARM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
FLEX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2323.2%
Fair Value
$5.17
Current Price
$157.07
$151.90 premium
Margin of Safety
-327.7%
Fair Value
$15.16
Current Price
$70.02
$54.86 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 21.4x book value
Earnings declined 12.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 4.5%
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 : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ARM
The primary concerns for ARM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 177.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARM profiles as a growth stock while FLEX 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.
FLEX generates stronger free cash flow (272M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FLEX scores higher overall (57/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "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.
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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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