Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$464.24
+1.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $362.27B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$23.42
-0.72%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $137.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 41071% more annual revenue ($12.70T vs $30.84B). AMAT leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs -1.8%. 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+
SONY
Buy59
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
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
Generating 59.6B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 47.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 14.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT profiles as a growth stock while SONY is a turnaround 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.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (59.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (78/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins and 24.8% 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 →Sony Group Corp
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces and sells electronic equipment, instruments and devices for the consumer, professional and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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