Newmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)vsQualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$101.52
+2.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $108.06B
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$130.35
+1.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $137.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Qualcomm Incorporated generates 98% more annual revenue ($44.87B vs $22.67B). NEM leads profitability with a 31.2% profit margin vs 12.0%. QCOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
NEM
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
QCOM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-184.1%
Fair Value
$43.86
Current Price
$101.52
$57.66 premium
Margin of Safety
-285.6%
Fair Value
$33.80
Current Price
$130.35
$96.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.6%
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 1.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.2% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEM profiles as a growth stock while QCOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
QCOM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
NEM is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
QCOM generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 31.2% margins and 20.6% 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.
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Newmont Corporation, based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States, is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
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