Cisco Systems Inc (CSCO)vsFrequency Electronics Inc (FEIM)
CSCO
Cisco Systems Inc
$110.29
-1.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $423.39B
FEIM
Frequency Electronics Inc
$71.78
+0.27%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $768.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cisco Systems Inc generates 86806% more annual revenue ($63.33B vs $72.87M). CSCO leads profitability with a 20.9% profit margin vs 3.7%. CSCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. CSCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
CSCO
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
FEIM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 52.1% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 529.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSCO
The strongest argument for CSCO centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.9% and operating margin at 27.7%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FEIM
The strongest argument for FEIM centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CSCO
The primary concerns for CSCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FEIM
The primary concerns for FEIM are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 272.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSCO profiles as a growth stock while FEIM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CSCO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
FEIM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
CSCO generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSCO scores higher overall (77/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 20.9% margins and 17.6% revenue growth. 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.
Cisco Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Cisco Systems, Inc. is an American multinational technology conglomerate headquartered in San Jose, California, in the center of Silicon Valley. Cisco develops, manufactures and sells networking hardware, software, telecommunications equipment and other high-technology services and products. Through its numerous acquired subsidiaries, such as OpenDNS, Webex, Jabber and Jasper, Cisco specializes in specific tech markets, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), domain security and energy management. On January 25, 2021, Cisco reincorporated in Delaware.
Visit Website →Frequency Electronics Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Frequency Electronics, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and sells precision frequency and time control products and components for microwave integrated circuit applications. The company is headquartered in Mitchel Field, New York.
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