Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)vsVicor Corporation (VICR)
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$416.67
+0.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.28T
VICR
Vicor Corporation
$271.04
-11.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 74489% more annual revenue ($318.27B vs $426.70M). MSFT leads profitability with a 39.3% profit margin vs 32.0%. MSFT trades at a lower P/E of 26.3x. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
VICR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
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 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.3%
Generating 15.8B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 701.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 17.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 39.3% and operating margin at 46.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VICR
The strongest argument for VICR centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.0% and operating margin at 14.9%. Revenue growth of 20.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : VICR
The primary concerns for VICR are Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 101.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VICR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.36 — expect wider price swings.
VICR is growing revenue faster at 20.2% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (15.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 39.3% margins and 18.3% 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 →Vicor Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Vicor Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets modular power components and power systems to convert electrical power in the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.
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