Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
$455.19
+11.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $666.04B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Micro Devices Inc generates 893% more annual revenue ($37.45B vs $3.77B). AMD leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 11.9%. AMD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. AMD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
AMD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMD.
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 37.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 91.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.8x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
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. Revenue growth of 37.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMD
The primary concerns for AMD are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 137.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMD carries more volatility with a beta of 2.40 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
AMD generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AMD scores higher overall (61/100 vs 52/100) and 37.8% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Visit Website →Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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