Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsKopin Corporation (KOPN)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$143.53
-13.74%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.34B
KOPN
Kopin Corporation
$4.56
+3.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $793.68M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Corning Incorporated generates 38794% more annual revenue ($16.96B vs $43.62M). KOPN leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 11.2%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
GLW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
KOPN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GLW.
Margin of Safety
+8.4%
Fair Value
$2.49
Current Price
$4.56
$2.07 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.6% revenue growth
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 50.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.0x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KOPN
The strongest argument for KOPN centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at -27.5%. Revenue growth of 50.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 76.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KOPN
The primary concerns for KOPN are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap. A P/E of 106.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KOPN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.55 — expect wider price swings.
KOPN is growing revenue faster at 50.6% — sustainability is the question.
GLW generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GLW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 44/100) and 16.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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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