Lumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)vsNokia Corp ADR (NOK)
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$949.93
+5.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $64.43B
NOK
Nokia Corp ADR
$13.30
+3.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $72.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nokia Corp ADR generates 850% more annual revenue ($20.00B vs $2.11B). LITE leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs 4.0%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. LITE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
LITE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
NOK
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Margin of Safety
+16.4%
Fair Value
$8.78
Current Price
$13.30
$4.52 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 80.1x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.4% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NOK
The strongest argument for NOK centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 263.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NOK
The primary concerns for NOK are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 80.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LITE profiles as a growth stock while NOK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 65.5% — sustainability is the question.
NOK generates stronger free cash flow (629M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 40/100) and 65.5% revenue growth. NOK offers better value entry with a 16.4% margin of safety. 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.
Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Nokia Corp ADR
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Nokia Corporation offers fixed and mobile network solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Espoo, Finland.
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