Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsPlexus Corp (PLXS)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$197.90
+4.84%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $172.47B
PLXS
Plexus Corp
$273.01
-3.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Corning Incorporated generates 279% more annual revenue ($16.32B vs $4.31B). GLW leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 4.3%. 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+
PLXS
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : PLXS
The strongest argument for PLXS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : PLXS
The primary concerns for PLXS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — 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.
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Bottom Line
GLW scores higher overall (64/100 vs 52/100) and 20.0% revenue growth. 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.
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
Plexus Corp. The company is headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin.
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