ADTRAN Inc (ADTN)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
ADTN
ADTRAN Inc
$7.54
+5.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $585.04M
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$927.03
-0.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $83.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lumentum Holdings Inc generates 165% more annual revenue ($3.01B vs $1.14B). ADTN leads profitability with a -2.3% profit margin vs -230.1%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. LITE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ADTN
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
LITE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+67.8%
Fair Value
$32.27
Current Price
$7.54
$24.73 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Revenue surging 109.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.0%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -20.1% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 17.7x book value
ROE of -149.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADTN
ADTN has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 109.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ADTN
The primary concerns for ADTN are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.87 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADTN profiles as a turnaround stock while LITE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 109.3% — sustainability is the question.
LITE generates stronger free cash flow (287M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (57/100 vs 39/100) and 109.3% revenue growth. ADTN offers better value entry with a 67.8% margin of safety. 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.
ADTRAN Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
ADTRAN, Inc. provides networking and communications platforms and services for service providers, cable / multi-system operators, small and medium-sized businesses, and distributed businesses in the United States, Germany, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama.
Visit Website →Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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