Apple Inc (AAPL)vsLightPath Technologies Inc (LPTH)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$271.35
+0.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.98T
LPTH
LightPath Technologies Inc
$12.81
+5.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $807.34M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 825135% more annual revenue ($435.62B vs $52.79M). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.0% profit margin vs -43.4%. LPTH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.54. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AAPL
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
LPTH
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Revenue surging 120.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 4911.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 45.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.0x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
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 : LPTH
The strongest argument for LPTH centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 120.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LPTH
The primary concerns for LPTH are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while LPTH is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
LPTH is growing revenue faster at 120.2% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (51.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (65/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 27.0% margins and 15.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
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TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
LightPath Technologies, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and distributes optical components and assemblies. The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
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