Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)vsPlexus Corp (PLXS)
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
$516.13
+2.49%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $842.57B
PLXS
Plexus Corp
$255.34
+3.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Micro Devices Inc generates 799% more annual revenue ($41.31B vs $4.60B). AMD leads profitability with a 15.6% profit margin vs 4.0%. 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-
PLXS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 28.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 12.5x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
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 : PLXS
The strongest argument for PLXS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.1% 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 : PLXS
The primary concerns for PLXS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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 48/100), backed by strong 15.6% margins and 50.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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 · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Plexus Corp. The company is headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin.
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