Flex Ltd (FLEX)vsJabil Circuit Inc (JBL)
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$159.51
+3.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $54.85B
JBL
Jabil Circuit Inc
$353.24
-5.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $40.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jabil Circuit Inc generates 17% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $27.91B). FLEX leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs 2.5%. JBL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. JBL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
FLEX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
JBL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.9% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Earnings expanding 96.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.3x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JBL
The strongest argument for JBL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 64.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JBL
The primary concerns for JBL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 51.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.27 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.64 — expect wider price swings.
JBL is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
JBL generates stronger free cash flow (316M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
JBL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 60/100) and 23.1% 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
Jabil Inc. provides global manufacturing solutions and services. The company is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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