Cerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock (CBRS)vsMicrosoft Corporation (MSFT)
CBRS
Cerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock
$215.08
-4.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $45.65B
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$390.99
+1.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.86T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 52604% more annual revenue ($318.27B vs $603.88M). CBRS leads profitability with a 41.0% profit margin vs 39.3%. MSFT trades at a lower P/E of 22.8x. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CBRS
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CBRS.
Margin of Safety
-80.1%
Fair Value
$213.84
Current Price
$390.99
$177.15 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 94.4% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.3%
Generating 15.8B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRS
The strongest argument for CBRS centers on Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.0% and operating margin at -7.8%. Revenue growth of 94.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.3% and operating margin at 46.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CBRS
The primary concerns for CBRS are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 455.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MSFT
No major red flags identified for MSFT, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRS is growing revenue faster at 94.4% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (15.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTORS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 39.3% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Cerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Cerebras Systems Inc. designs and develops processors for artificial intelligence (AI) training and inference in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
Microsoft Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.
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