Apple Inc. (AAPL)vsSanmina Corporation (SANM)
AAPL
Apple Inc.
$332.27
+0.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.85T
SANM
Sanmina Corporation
$216.00
+6.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $10.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc. generates 3558% more annual revenue ($466.82B vs $12.76B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.6% profit margin vs 2.4%. SANM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.67. SANM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SANM
Strong Buy71
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 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
Revenue surging 69.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 68.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 45.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
2.4% 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 : SANM
The strongest argument for SANM centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 69.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.67 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 : SANM
The primary concerns for SANM are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while SANM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SANM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
SANM is growing revenue faster at 69.7% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (31.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SANM scores higher overall (71/100 vs 67/100) and 69.7% 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 →Sanmina Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Sanmina Corporation offers integrated solutions for manufacturing, components, products and repair, logistics and after-sales services globally. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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