Api Group Corp (APG)vsQualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)
APG
Api Group Corp
$44.67
-2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.87B
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$192.57
+3.23%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $177.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Qualcomm Incorporated generates 444% more annual revenue ($44.49B vs $8.17B). QCOM leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 4.0%. QCOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
APG
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
QCOM
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.3%
Fair Value
$36.50
Current Price
$44.67
$8.17 premium
Margin of Safety
+15.3%
Fair Value
$220.25
Current Price
$192.57
$27.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 61.4% YoY
15.3% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Earnings expanding 173.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.0% margin — thin
Trading at 9.0x book value
Revenue declined 3.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APG
The strongest argument for APG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 22.1%. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APG
The primary concerns for APG are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APG profiles as a growth stock while QCOM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
APG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.69 — expect wider price swings.
APG is growing revenue faster at 15.3% — sustainability is the question.
QCOM generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QCOM scores higher overall (72/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. 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.
Api Group Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
APi Group Corporation provides security, specialty and industrial services primarily in North America. The company is headquartered in New Brighton, Minnesota.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
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