Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsKopin Corporation (KOPN)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$197.90
+1.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $172.47B
KOPN
Kopin Corporation
$6.19
+1.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Corning Incorporated generates 41391% more annual revenue ($16.32B vs $39.34M). GLW leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 5.0%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
GLW
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
KOPN
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GLW.
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$2.21
Current Price
$6.19
$3.98 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 138.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.2x book value
0.1% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KOPN
The strongest argument for KOPN centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KOPN
The primary concerns for KOPN are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. A P/E of 547.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLW profiles as a growth stock while KOPN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOPN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.44 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
GLW generates stronger free cash flow (30M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLW scores higher overall (64/100 vs 26/100) and 20.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Corning Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
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TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Kopin Corporation invents, develops, manufactures, and sells head and portable components, subassemblies, and systems in the United States, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts.
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