Intel Corporation (INTC)vsPlexus Corp (PLXS)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$111.78
+2.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $566.48B
PLXS
Plexus Corp
$273.01
-3.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 1147% more annual revenue ($53.76B vs $4.31B). PLXS leads profitability with a 4.3% profit margin vs -5.9%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. PLXS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
INTC
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
PLXS
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.36 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 : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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
INTC profiles as a turnaround stock while PLXS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.19 — expect wider price swings.
PLXS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
PLXS generates stronger free cash flow (16M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLXS scores higher overall (52/100 vs 35/100) and 18.7% 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.
Intel Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Intel Corporation is an American multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley. It is the world's largest semiconductor chip manufacturer by revenue, and is the developer of the x86 series of microprocessors, the processors found in most personal computers (PCs).
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TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Plexus Corp. The company is headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin.
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