Acm Research Inc (ACMR)vsApplied Materials Inc (AMAT)
ACMR
Acm Research Inc
$45.64
-0.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.02B
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$369.34
-1.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $293.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 3030% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $901.31M). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 10.4%. ACMR trades at a lower P/E of 33.5x. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ACMR
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-658.4%
Fair Value
$9.32
Current Price
$45.64
$36.32 premium
Margin of Safety
+19.1%
Fair Value
$456.30
Current Price
$369.34
$86.96 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Earnings expanding 75.2% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 77.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.5x book value
Revenue declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACMR
The strongest argument for ACMR centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 29.9%.
Bear Case : ACMR
The primary concerns for ACMR are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACMR profiles as a value stock while AMAT is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
ACMR is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins. 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.
Acm Research Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
ACM Research, Inc. develops, manufactures and sells single wafer wet cleaning equipment to improve the manufacturing process and performance of embedded chips globally. The company is headquartered in Fremont, California.
Applied Materials Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays for computers, smartphones and televisions, and solar products. The company also supplies equipment to produce coatings for flexible electronics, packaging and other applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley.
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