Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsQnity Electronics, Inc (Q)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$453.01
+4.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $465.09B
Q
Qnity Electronics, Inc
$142.05
+7.82%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $32.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 486% more annual revenue ($29.02B vs $4.95B). AMAT leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 13.1%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.89. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMAT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Q
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
Strong operational efficiency at 22.8%
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 21.7%
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 : Q
The strongest argument for Q centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : Q
The primary concerns for Q are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 50.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a mature stock while Q is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
Q is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (208M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins and 11.4% revenue growth. 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 →Qnity Electronics, Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
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