Intel Corporation (INTC)vsPower Integrations Inc (POWI)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$124.92
+13.96%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $627.85B
POWI
Power Integrations Inc
$73.28
+2.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 12022% more annual revenue ($53.76B vs $443.50M). POWI leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs -5.9%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. POWI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
INTC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
POWI
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-27.1%
Fair Value
$35.90
Current Price
$124.92
$89.02 premium
Margin of Safety
-30.9%
Fair Value
$36.86
Current Price
$73.28
$36.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 44.7% 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
ROE of 3.1% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% 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 : POWI
The strongest argument for POWI centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : POWI
The primary concerns for POWI are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 184.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a turnaround stock while POWI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.19 — expect wider price swings.
INTC is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
POWI generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
POWI scores higher overall (43/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
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 · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Power Integrations, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and markets mixed signal and analog integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronic components and circuits used in high voltage power conversion worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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