AudioCodes Ltd (AUDC)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
AUDC
AudioCodes Ltd
$9.69
+0.83%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $232.11M
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$927.03
-9.92%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $83.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lumentum Holdings Inc generates 1109% more annual revenue ($3.01B vs $249.25M). AUDC leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs -230.1%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. LITE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
AUDC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
LITE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 89.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 109.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.0%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 17.7x book value
ROE of -149.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AUDC
The strongest argument for AUDC centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 109.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AUDC
The primary concerns for AUDC are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AUDC profiles as a value stock while LITE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 109.3% — sustainability is the question.
LITE generates stronger free cash flow (287M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 109.3% 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.
AudioCodes Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
AudioCodes Ltd., provides advanced communications productivity software, products and solutions for the digital workplace.
Visit Website →Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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