NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)vsUnited Microelectronics (UMC)
NVDA
NVIDIA Corporation
$218.29
-0.03%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.27T
UMC
United Microelectronics
$22.64
+2.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $56.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NVIDIA Corporation generates 21% more annual revenue ($302.97B vs $250.71B). NVDA leads profitability with a 63.7% profit margin vs 33.3%. NVDA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.56. NVDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
NVDA
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
UMC
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-52.6%
Fair Value
$143.03
Current Price
$218.29
$75.26 premium
Margin of Safety
+11.2%
Fair Value
$25.50
Current Price
$22.64
$2.86 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 84 in profit
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 66.2%
Revenue surging 105.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 127.8% YoY
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 374.6% YoY
Generating 24.2B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 23.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVDA
The strongest argument for NVDA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.7% and operating margin at 66.2%. Revenue growth of 105.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UMC
The strongest argument for UMC centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 21.7%. Revenue growth of 17.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NVDA
The primary concerns for NVDA are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : UMC
The primary concerns for UMC are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVDA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.22 — expect wider price swings.
NVDA is growing revenue faster at 105.9% — sustainability is the question.
UMC generates stronger free cash flow (24.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NVDA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 63.7% margins and 105.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
NVIDIA Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Nvidia Corporation is an American multinational technology company incorporated in Delaware and based in Santa Clara, California. It designs graphics processing units (GPUs) for the gaming and professional markets, as well as system on a chip units (SoCs) for the mobile computing and automotive market.
Visit Website →United Microelectronics
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
United Microelectronics Corporation is a semiconductor wafer foundry in Taiwan, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.
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