Franco-Nevada Corporation (FNV)vsTexas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)
FNV
Franco-Nevada Corporation
$232.11
+1.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $45.21B
TXN
Texas Instruments Incorporated
$287.80
+0.90%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $261.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Texas Instruments Incorporated generates 922% more annual revenue ($18.44B vs $1.80B). FNV leads profitability with a 61.6% profit margin vs 29.1%. TXN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. TXN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
FNV
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
TXN
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-54.5%
Fair Value
$166.74
Current Price
$232.11
$65.37 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TXN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 62 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 76.1%
Revenue surging 85.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
18.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FNV
The strongest argument for FNV centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 61.6% and operating margin at 76.1%. Revenue growth of 85.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TXN
The strongest argument for TXN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 37.8%. Revenue growth of 18.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FNV
The primary concerns for FNV are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 40.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TXN
The primary concerns for TXN are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 49.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TXN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
FNV is growing revenue faster at 85.8% — sustainability is the question.
TXN generates stronger free cash flow (844M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TXN scores higher overall (72/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 18.6% 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.
Franco-Nevada Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Franco-Nevada Corporation is a gold-focused royalty and flow company in the United States, Latin America, Canada, Australia, Europe and Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Visit Website →Texas Instruments Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is an American technology company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, that designs and manufactures semiconductors and various integrated circuits, which it sells to electronics designers and manufacturers globally. It is one of the top 10 semiconductor companies worldwide based on sales volume.
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