Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsCVS Health Corp (CVS)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$453.01
+4.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $465.09B
CVS
CVS Health Corp
$95.93
+1.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $128.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CVS Health Corp generates 1298% more annual revenue ($405.62B vs $29.02B). AMAT leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 0.7%. CVS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMAT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
CVS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMAT.
Margin of Safety
+45.3%
Fair Value
$140.72
Current Price
$95.93
$44.79 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 63.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.1%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 31.9%. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CVS
The strongest argument for CVS centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CVS
The primary concerns for CVS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a mature stock while CVS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
AMAT is growing revenue faster at 11.4% — sustainability is the question.
CVS generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins and 11.4% revenue growth. CVS offers better value entry with a 45.3% margin of safety. 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.
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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HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
CVS Health (previously CVS Corporation and CVS Caremark Corporation) is an American healthcare company that owns CVS Pharmacy, a retail pharmacy chain; CVS Caremark, a pharmacy benefits manager; Aetna, a health insurance provider, among many other brands. The company's headquarters is in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
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