Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$425.44
-0.45%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.97T
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$483.15
+3.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $152.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadcom Inc generates 480% more annual revenue ($68.28B vs $11.78B). WDC leads profitability with a 55.3% profit margin vs 36.6%. WDC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. WDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
AVGO
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
WDC
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.9%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 29.5% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 86 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.0%
Revenue surging 45.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 477.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 25.2x book value
Moderate valuation
Trading at 23.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVGO
The strongest argument for AVGO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.6% and operating margin at 44.9%. Revenue growth of 29.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 55.3% and operating margin at 37.0%. Revenue growth of 45.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AVGO
The primary concerns for AVGO are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 81.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.16 — expect wider price swings.
WDC is growing revenue faster at 45.5% — sustainability is the question.
AVGO generates stronger free cash flow (8.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WDC scores higher overall (79/100 vs 78/100), backed by strong 55.3% margins and 45.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 →Western Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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