Lumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$858.32
+8.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $64.43B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$215.97
-0.74%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $22.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 34% more annual revenue ($2.82B vs $2.11B). SBAC leads profitability with a 37.4% profit margin vs 11.9%. 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-
SBAC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Margin of Safety
+12.1%
Fair Value
$217.30
Current Price
$215.97
$1.33 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
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Earnings expanding 115.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 72.4x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 52.4%.
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 : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LITE profiles as a growth stock while SBAC 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.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (241M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 54/100) and 65.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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.
SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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