Intel Corporation (INTC)vsSemtech Corporation (SMTC)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$47.18
+7.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $220.09B
SMTC
Semtech Corporation
$80.04
+2.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 4934% more annual revenue ($52.85B vs $1.05B). INTC leads profitability with a -0.5% profit margin vs -3.9%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. INTC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
INTC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SMTC
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.1%
Earnings declined 71.7%
Trading at 13.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 32.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SMTC
SMTC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SMTC
The primary concerns for SMTC are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SMTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.04 — expect wider price swings.
SMTC is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (800M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
INTC scores higher overall (42/100 vs 30/100). 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
Semtech Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets mixed-signal and analog semiconductor products and advanced algorithms. The company is headquartered in Camarillo, California.
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