Apple Inc (AAPL)vsMonolithic Power Systems Inc (MPWR)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$307.34
-1.52%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.63T
MPWR
Monolithic Power Systems Inc
$1,481.05
-10.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $79.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 15166% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $2.96B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 23.0%. MPWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.03. MPWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
MPWR
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 115 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.3%
Generating 26.7B in free cash flow
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.6% revenue growth
Strong operational efficiency at 30.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 26.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 39.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 42.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.8x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 27.2% and operating margin at 32.3%. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MPWR
The strongest argument for MPWR centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 30.0%. Revenue growth of 26.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MPWR
The primary concerns for MPWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 116.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MPWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.74 — expect wider price swings.
MPWR is growing revenue faster at 26.1% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (26.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MPWR scores higher overall (68/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 26.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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 →Monolithic Power Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. is an American, publicly traded company headquartered in Kirkland, Washington. The company provides power circuits for systems found in cloud computing, telecom infrastructures, automotive, industrial applications and consumer applications.
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