Cadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)vsCarnival Plc ADS (CUK)
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$376.19
-0.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.85B
CUK
Carnival Plc ADS
$27.47
0.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $38.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carnival Plc ADS generates 388% more annual revenue ($26.98B vs $5.53B). CDNS leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 11.5%. CUK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. CUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Margin of Safety
+75.5%
Fair Value
$134.00
Current Price
$27.47
$106.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 35.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDNS
The strongest argument for CDNS centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 29.7%. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CUK
The strongest argument for CUK centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CDNS
The primary concerns for CDNS are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CUK
The primary concerns for CUK are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDNS profiles as a growth stock while CUK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CUK carries more volatility with a beta of 2.33 — expect wider price swings.
CDNS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
CUK generates stronger free cash flow (697M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CUK scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Cadence Design Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Cadence Design Systems, Inc., headquartered in San Jose, California, is an American multinational computational software company. The company produces software, hardware and silicon structures for designing integrated circuits, systems on chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards.
Carnival Plc ADS
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Carnival Corporation & plc is a leisure travel company. The company is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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