LightPath Technologies Inc (LPTH)vsMicrosoft Corporation (MSFT)
LPTH
LightPath Technologies Inc
$12.81
+5.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $807.34M
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$424.46
-3.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.16T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 578552% more annual revenue ($305.45B vs $52.79M). MSFT leads profitability with a 39.0% profit margin vs -43.4%. MSFT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
LPTH
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
MSFT
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPTH.
Margin of Safety
-85.3%
Fair Value
$229.04
Current Price
$424.46
$195.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 120.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 4911.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Earnings expanding 59.8% YoY
Generating 15.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.0x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPTH
The strongest argument for LPTH centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 120.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LPTH
The primary concerns for LPTH are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPTH profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MSFT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MSFT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
LPTH is growing revenue faster at 120.2% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (15.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (74/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 39.0% margins and 16.7% revenue growth. 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.
LightPath Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
LightPath Technologies, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and distributes optical components and assemblies. The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.
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