Apple Inc (AAPL)vsRLX Technology Inc (RLX)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$252.62
+0.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.71T
RLX
RLX Technology Inc
$2.21
+2.31%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 11943% more annual revenue ($435.62B vs $3.62B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.0% profit margin vs 25.5%. RLX trades at a lower P/E of 21.6x. RLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
AAPL
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
RLX
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.4%
Fair Value
$285.39
Current Price
$252.62
$32.77 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.9%
Fair Value
$4.68
Current Price
$2.21
$2.47 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
Revenue surging 46.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 81.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 26 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 42.1x book value
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
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 : RLX
The strongest argument for RLX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.5% and operating margin at 11.0%. Revenue growth of 46.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : RLX
The primary concerns for RLX are Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
RLX is growing revenue faster at 46.8% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (51.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CONSUMER ELECTRONICS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
RLX scores higher overall (68/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 25.5% margins and 46.8% 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.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · China
RLX Technology Inc., researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells e-vapor products in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
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