Flex Ltd (FLEX)vsFabrinet (FN)
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$108.51
-0.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $42.23B
FN
Fabrinet
$388.55
+2.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $14.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Flex Ltd generates 531% more annual revenue ($29.27B vs $4.64B). FN leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 3.3%. FLEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. FN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FLEX
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
FN
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 52.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Revenue surging 44.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
3.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FN
The strongest argument for FN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 44.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 44.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FN
The primary concerns for FN are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
FN is growing revenue faster at 44.6% — sustainability is the question.
FLEX generates stronger free cash flow (283M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FN scores higher overall (71/100 vs 65/100) and 44.6% 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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Fabrinet offers optical packaging and precision electronic, electromechanical and optical manufacturing services in North America, Asia-Pacific and Europe. The company is headquartered in George Town, the Cayman Islands.
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