Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)vsNVE Corporation (NVEC)
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$530.14
-0.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.93T
NVEC
NVE Corporation
$82.37
+1.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $351.87M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 1079111% more annual revenue ($331.84B vs $30.75M). NVEC leads profitability with a 58.2% profit margin vs 40.3%. NVEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
NVEC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MSFT.
Margin of Safety
-12.9%
Fair Value
$59.90
Current Price
$82.37
$22.47 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 58 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.9%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.9x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.1%
Earnings declined 4.4%
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 : NVEC
The strongest argument for NVEC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 58.2% and operating margin at 54.9%. PEG of 0.84 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : NVEC
The primary concerns for NVEC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSFT profiles as a growth stock while NVEC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
MSFT is growing revenue faster at 17.7% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (19.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 40.3% margins and 17.7% 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.
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 →NVE Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
NVE Corporation develops and sells devices that use spintronics, a nanotechnology that relies on the spin of the electron to acquire, store, and transmit information in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
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