Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vsVuzix Corp Cmn Stk (VUZI)
NSC
Norfolk Southern Corporation
$312.01
-0.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $70.39B
VUZI
Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
$3.11
+8.74%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $239.50M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Norfolk Southern Corporation generates 193910% more annual revenue ($12.19B vs $6.28M). NSC leads profitability with a 21.9% profit margin vs 0.0%. NSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
NSC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
VUZI
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NSC.
Margin of Safety
+43.1%
Fair Value
$4.34
Current Price
$3.11
$1.23 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 32.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 76.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
0.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 26.6%
Trading at 10.4x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NSC
The strongest argument for NSC centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.9% and operating margin at 32.3%.
Bull Case : VUZI
The strongest argument for VUZI centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 76.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NSC
The primary concerns for NSC are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VUZI
The primary concerns for VUZI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NSC profiles as a value stock while VUZI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VUZI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
VUZI is growing revenue faster at 76.3% — sustainability is the question.
VUZI generates stronger free cash flow (-6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NSC scores higher overall (55/100 vs 26/100), backed by strong 21.9% margins. VUZI offers better value entry with a 43.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Norfolk Southern Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
The Norfolk Southern Railway is a Class I freight railroad in the United States, and is the current name of the former Southern Railway. With headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, the company operates 19,420 route miles (31,250 km) in 22 eastern states, the District of Columbia, and has rights in Canada over the Albany to Montreal route of the Canadian Pacific Railway, and previously on CN from Buffalo to St. Thomas.
Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Vuzix Corporation designs, manufactures, markets and sells augmented reality (AR) computing and display devices for consumer and business markets in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in West Henrietta, New York.
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