Apple Inc (AAPL)vsFormula Systems 1985 Ltd ADR (FORTY)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$271.35
+0.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.98T
FORTY
Formula Systems 1985 Ltd ADR
$132.48
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 16482% more annual revenue ($435.62B vs $2.63B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.0% profit margin vs 23.1%. AAPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.43. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AAPL
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
FORTY
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AAPL.
Margin of Safety
+29.3%
Fair Value
$188.68
Current Price
$132.48
$56.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 152 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.4%
Generating 51.6B in free cash flow
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.7% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 2645.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 45.2x book value
2.4% revenue growth
ROE of 6.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.0% and operating margin at 35.4%. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FORTY
The strongest argument for FORTY centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 5.9%.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : FORTY
The primary concerns for FORTY are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 59.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while FORTY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
AAPL is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 27.0% margins and 15.7% revenue growth. FORTY offers better value entry with a 29.3% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Apple Inc
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.
Visit Website →Formula Systems 1985 Ltd ADR
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Formula Systems (1985) Ltd., provides software, proprietary and non-proprietary software, and software product marketing and support services in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Or Yehuda, Israel.
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