Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsDell Technologies Inc (DELL)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$357.06
-0.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $283.37B
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$157.67
+0.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $104.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dell Technologies Inc generates 302% more annual revenue ($113.54B vs $28.21B). AMAT leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 5.2%. DELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
DELL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.8%
Fair Value
$456.30
Current Price
$357.06
$99.24 discount
Margin of Safety
+69.5%
Fair Value
$406.69
Current Price
$157.67
$249.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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%
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.1x book value
Revenue declined 2.1%
5.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a declining stock while DELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (78/100 vs 64/100) and 39.5% revenue growth. AMAT offers better value entry with a 21.8% 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.
Visit Website →Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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