Apple Inc. (AAPL)vsMaterialise NV (MTLS)
AAPL
Apple Inc.
$332.27
+0.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.85T
MTLS
Materialise NV
$7.64
+2.83%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $406.76M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc. generates 171040% more annual revenue ($466.82B vs $272.77M). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.6% profit margin vs 4.8%. MTLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
MTLS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 120 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Generating 31.9B in free cash flow
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 1596.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 45.1x book value
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.6% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
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 27.6% and operating margin at 32.6%. Revenue growth of 16.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MTLS
The strongest argument for MTLS centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MTLS
The primary concerns for MTLS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while MTLS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTLS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
AAPL is growing revenue faster at 16.4% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (31.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 27.6% margins and 16.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 →Materialise NV
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Materialize NV offers additive manufacturing and medical software and 3D printing services in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Leuven, Belgium.
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