Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsSTMicroelectronics NV ADR (STM)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$370.32
+4.73%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.89T
STM
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
$53.05
+9.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $58.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadcom Inc generates 510% more annual revenue ($75.46B vs $12.38B). AVGO leads profitability with a 38.9% profit margin vs 1.2%. AVGO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. AVGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
AVGO
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
STM
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.0%
Revenue surging 47.9% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.1x book value
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVGO
The strongest argument for AVGO centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.9% and operating margin at 49.0%. Revenue growth of 47.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STM
The strongest argument for STM centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVGO
The primary concerns for AVGO are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 66.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STM
The primary concerns for STM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 411.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
AVGO is growing revenue faster at 47.9% — sustainability is the question.
AVGO generates stronger free cash flow (10.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AVGO scores higher overall (80/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 38.9% margins and 47.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Broadcom Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Broadcom Inc. is an American designer, developer, manufacturer and global supplier of a wide range of semiconductor and infrastructure software products. Broadcom's product offerings serve the data center, networking, software, broadband, wireless, and storage and industrial markets.
Visit Website →STMicroelectronics NV ADR
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
STMicroelectronics NV designs, develops, manufactures and markets semiconductor products in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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