Amphenol Corporation (APH)vsQualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)
APH
Amphenol Corporation
$128.03
-6.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $168.07B
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$219.09
+8.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $230.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Qualcomm Incorporated generates 72% more annual revenue ($44.49B vs $25.90B). QCOM leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 17.2%. QCOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. APH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
APH
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
QCOM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.5%
Fair Value
$313.74
Current Price
$128.03
$185.71 discount
Margin of Safety
+8.0%
Fair Value
$220.25
Current Price
$219.09
$1.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Earnings expanding 173.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.3x book value
Trading at 10.2x book value
Revenue declined 3.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APH
The strongest argument for APH centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.3%. Revenue growth of 58.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 22.1%. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APH
The primary concerns for APH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APH profiles as a growth stock while QCOM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
QCOM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
APH is growing revenue faster at 58.4% — sustainability is the question.
QCOM generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APH scores higher overall (74/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 58.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Amphenol Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Amphenol Corporation is a major producer of electronic and fiber optic connectors, cable and interconnect systems such as coaxial cables. Amphenol is a portmanteau from the corporation's original name, American Phenolic Corp.
Qualcomm Incorporated
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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