Silicom (SILC)vsVuzix Corp Cmn Stk (VUZI)
SILC
Silicom
$34.92
-8.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $253.24M
VUZI
Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
$2.14
-4.89%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $187.94M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Silicom generates 994% more annual revenue ($66.64M vs $6.09M). VUZI leads profitability with a 0.0% profit margin vs -16.6%. SILC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 38/100 (F).
SILC
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
VUZI
Avoid16
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.3%
Fair Value
$27.84
Current Price
$34.92
$7.08 discount
Margin of Safety
+40.2%
Fair Value
$4.13
Current Price
$2.14
$1.99 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 32.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -9.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 79.6%
Currently unprofitable
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
ROE of -90.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SILC
The strongest argument for SILC centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 32.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VUZI
The strongest argument for VUZI centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SILC
The primary concerns for SILC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VUZI
The primary concerns for VUZI are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SILC profiles as a hypergrowth stock while VUZI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VUZI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
SILC is growing revenue faster at 32.8% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SILC scores higher overall (38/100 vs 16/100) and 32.8% revenue growth. VUZI offers better value entry with a 40.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Silicom
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Silicom Ltd. designs, manufactures, markets and supports network and data infrastructure solutions for a variety of servers, server-based systems, and communications devices in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Kfar Sava, Israel.
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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