Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)vsNova Ltd (NVMI)
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
$493.41
-4.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $842.57B
NVMI
Nova Ltd
$371.81
+1.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $11.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Micro Devices Inc generates 4306% more annual revenue ($41.31B vs $937.50M). NVMI leads profitability with a 28.8% profit margin vs 15.6%. AMD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. AMD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
AMD
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
NVMI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 50.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 159.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
15.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 12.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.1x book value
2.9% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMD
The strongest argument for AMD centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.6% and operating margin at 17.2%. Revenue growth of 50.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NVMI
The strongest argument for NVMI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.8% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMD
The primary concerns for AMD are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 128.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NVMI
The primary concerns for NVMI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 46.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMD carries more volatility with a beta of 2.48 — expect wider price swings.
AMD is growing revenue faster at 50.1% — sustainability is the question.
AMD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AMD scores higher overall (69/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 15.6% margins and 50.1% 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.
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, that develops computer processors and related technologies for business and consumer markets. AMD's main products include microprocessors, motherboard chipsets, embedded processors and graphics processors for servers, workstations, personal computers and embedded system applications.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. designs, develops, produces, and sells process control systems used in semiconductor manufacturing in Israel, Taiwan, the United States, China, Korea, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel.
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