Intel Corporation (INTC)vsUnited Microelectronics (UMC)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$47.18
+7.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $220.09B
UMC
United Microelectronics
$9.31
+2.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $22.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Microelectronics generates 349% more annual revenue ($237.55B vs $52.85B). UMC leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs -0.5%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. UMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
INTC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
UMC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Margin of Safety
+44.9%
Fair Value
$18.68
Current Price
$9.31
$9.37 discount
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
Generating 18.1B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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 9.8x book value
2.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
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 : UMC
The strongest argument for UMC centers on Free Cash Flow, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 19.8%. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : UMC
The primary concerns for UMC are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a turnaround stock while UMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
UMC is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
UMC generates stronger free cash flow (18.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UMC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins. Both earn "Strong 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).
Visit Website →United Microelectronics
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
United Microelectronics Corporation is a semiconductor wafer foundry in Taiwan, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.
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