Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsPhotronics Inc (PLAB)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$456.49
-7.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $362.27B
PLAB
Photronics Inc
$28.99
+2.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 3457% more annual revenue ($30.84B vs $866.82M). AMAT leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs 19.1%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AMAT
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
PLAB
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.1%
Earnings expanding 25.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 14.1x book value
2.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : PLAB
The strongest argument for PLAB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.1% and operating margin at 21.1%.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PLAB
The primary concerns for PLAB are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a growth stock while PLAB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
AMAT is growing revenue faster at 24.8% — 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 66/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins and 24.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Photronics, Inc. manufactures and sells photomask products and services in the United States, Taiwan, Korea, Europe, China, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Brookfield, Connecticut.
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