Aehr Test Systems (AEHR)vsApplied Materials Inc (AMAT)
AEHR
Aehr Test Systems
$94.69
+0.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.06B
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$456.49
+0.55%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $362.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 61573% more annual revenue ($30.84B vs $50.00M). AMAT leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs -14.2%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AEHR
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
AMAT
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -8.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 87.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 14.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEHR
The strongest argument for AEHR centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 33.7%. Revenue growth of 24.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEHR
The primary concerns for AEHR are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEHR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while AMAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AEHR carries more volatility with a beta of 3.07 — expect wider price swings.
AEHR is growing revenue faster at 33.7% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (78/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins and 24.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Aehr Test Systems
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Aehr Test Systems primarily designs, designs, manufactures and sells test and burn equipment for use in the semiconductor industry in the United States, Asia and Europe. The company is headquartered in Fremont, California.
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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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