Cohu Inc (COHU)vsLam Research Corp (LRCX)
COHU
Cohu Inc
$49.81
-10.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.49B
LRCX
Lam Research Corp
$303.28
+6.03%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $418.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lam Research Corp generates 4405% more annual revenue ($21.68B vs $481.28M). LRCX leads profitability with a 30.9% profit margin vs -11.5%. COHU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. LRCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
COHU
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
LRCX
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-45.4%
Fair Value
$23.49
Current Price
$49.81
$26.32 premium
Margin of Safety
+1.7%
Fair Value
$329.99
Current Price
$303.28
$26.71 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 29.3% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 63 in profit
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 23.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 84.3%
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -8.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 35.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHU
The strongest argument for COHU centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 29.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LRCX
The strongest argument for LRCX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.9% and operating margin at 35.0%. Revenue growth of 23.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COHU
The primary concerns for COHU are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LRCX
The primary concerns for LRCX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 63.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LRCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
COHU is growing revenue faster at 29.3% — sustainability is the question.
LRCX generates stronger free cash flow (810M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LRCX scores higher overall (74/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 30.9% margins and 23.8% 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.
Cohu Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Cohu, Inc. is engaged in semiconductor inspection and test equipment and printed circuit board (PCB) test equipment businesses in China, the United States, Taiwan, Malaysia, the Philippines, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Poway, California.
Visit Website →Lam Research Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Lam Research Corporation is an American corporation that engages in the design, manufacture, marketing, and service of semiconductor processing equipment used in the fabrication of integrated circuits. Its products are used primarily in front-end wafer processing, which involves the steps that create the active components of semiconductor devices (transistors, capacitors) and their wiring (interconnects). The company also builds equipment for back-end wafer-level packaging (WLP), and for related manufacturing markets such as for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). The company is headquartered in Fremont, California, in the Silicon Valley.
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