Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsVicor Corporation (VICR)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$351.81
-1.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.57T
VICR
Vicor Corporation
$216.65
+2.19%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $10.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadcom Inc generates 15792% more annual revenue ($89.10B vs $560.70M). AVGO leads profitability with a 42.9% profit margin vs 32.2%. AVGO trades at a lower P/E of 43.3x. AVGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
AVGO
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
VICR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
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 38 in profit
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.3%
Revenue surging 85.5% year-over-year
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.6%
Revenue surging 78.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 111.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 16.8x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.0x book value
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 42.9% and operating margin at 54.3%. Revenue growth of 85.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VICR
The strongest argument for VICR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.2% and operating margin at 36.6%. Revenue growth of 78.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AVGO
The primary concerns for AVGO are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VICR
The primary concerns for VICR are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 56.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VICR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.38 — expect wider price swings.
AVGO is growing revenue faster at 85.5% — sustainability is the question.
AVGO generates stronger free cash flow (13.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AVGO scores higher overall (80/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 42.9% margins and 85.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
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 →Vicor Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Vicor Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets modular power components and power systems to convert electrical power in the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.
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