Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)vsMicron Technology Inc (MU)
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$495.40
-0.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.66T
MU
Micron Technology Inc
$971.66
+2.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.01T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 268% more annual revenue ($331.84B vs $90.27B). MU leads profitability with a 55.9% profit margin vs 40.3%. MU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.12. MU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
MU
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Generating 19.6B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Keeps 56 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 80.4%
Revenue surging 345.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.3x book value
Trading at 10.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.3% and operating margin at 45.1%. Revenue growth of 17.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MU
The strongest argument for MU centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 55.9% and operating margin at 80.4%. Revenue growth of 345.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MU
The primary concerns for MU are Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MU carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
MU is growing revenue faster at 345.7% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (19.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MU scores higher overall (80/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 55.9% margins and 345.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Microsoft Corporation
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.
Visit Website →Micron Technology Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Micron Technology, Inc. is an American producer of computer memory and computer data storage including dynamic random-access memory, flash memory, and USB flash drives. It is headquartered in Boise, Idaho.
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