Flex Ltd (FLEX)vsFabrinet (FN)
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$96.45
+5.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $33.72B
FN
Fabrinet
$661.36
-7.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Flex Ltd generates 589% more annual revenue ($26.83B vs $3.89B). FN leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs 3.2%. FLEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. FN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
FLEX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
FN
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.3%
Fair Value
$114.26
Current Price
$96.45
$17.81 discount
Margin of Safety
-85.2%
Fair Value
$251.41
Current Price
$661.36
$409.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 35.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 30.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 4.5%
Trading at 10.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on PEG Ratio. 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, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 35.9% 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, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FN
The primary concerns for FN are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FLEX profiles as a value stock while FN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
FN is growing revenue faster at 35.9% — sustainability is the question.
FLEX generates stronger free cash flow (272M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 52/100) and 35.9% revenue growth. FLEX offers better value entry with a 43.3% margin of safety. Both earn "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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