Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)vsTrimble Inc (TRMB)
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$356.77
-2.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.65T
TRMB
Trimble Inc
$62.97
-3.79%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $14.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 8415% more annual revenue ($305.45B vs $3.59B). MSFT leads profitability with a 39.0% profit margin vs 11.8%. MSFT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
MSFT
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
TRMB
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.3%
Fair Value
$747.86
Current Price
$356.77
$391.09 discount
Margin of Safety
+20.9%
Fair Value
$82.37
Current Price
$62.97
$19.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
16.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 80.5% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.4%
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 39.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TRMB
The strongest argument for TRMB centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MSFT
No major red flags identified for MSFT, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : TRMB
The primary concerns for TRMB are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSFT profiles as a growth stock while TRMB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
MSFT is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (5.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (74/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 39.0% margins and 16.7% revenue growth. TRMB offers better value entry with a 20.9% margin of safety. 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 →Trimble Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Trimble Inc. is a Sunnyvale, California-based hardware, software and services technology company. Trimble services global industries in Agriculture, Building & Construction, Geospatial, Natural Resources and Utilities, Governments, Transportation and others. Trimble also does hardware development of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers, scanners, laser rangefinders, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), inertial navigation systems and software processing tools.
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