Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$211.64
+0.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $136.65B
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$994.56
+1.88%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $67.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dell Technologies Inc generates 5293% more annual revenue ($113.54B vs $2.11B). LITE leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs 5.2%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
DELL
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
LITE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+80.8%
Fair Value
$644.85
Current Price
$211.64
$433.21 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.2% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 83.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 277.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DELL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while LITE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 65.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (75/100 vs 69/100) and 39.5% 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.
Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
Visit Website →Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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