Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsnLIGHT Inc (LASR)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$318.81
-2.95%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.51T
LASR
nLIGHT Inc
$71.75
+0.27%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadcom Inc generates 26029% more annual revenue ($68.28B vs $261.33M). AVGO leads profitability with a 36.6% profit margin vs -9.0%. AVGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AVGO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
LASR
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.6%
Fair Value
$240.08
Current Price
$318.81
$78.73 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LASR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.8%
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.4% revenue growth
Revenue surging 71.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
1.9% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.2x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -10.6% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVGO
The strongest argument for AVGO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.6% and operating margin at 31.8%. Revenue growth of 16.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LASR
The strongest argument for LASR centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 71.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AVGO
The primary concerns for AVGO are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 62.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LASR
The primary concerns for LASR are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVGO profiles as a growth stock while LASR is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LASR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.34 — expect wider price swings.
LASR is growing revenue faster at 71.3% — sustainability is the question.
AVGO generates stronger free cash flow (8.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVGO scores higher overall (76/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 36.6% margins and 16.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Broadcom Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Broadcom Inc. is an American designer, developer, manufacturer and global supplier of a wide range of semiconductor and infrastructure software products. Broadcom's product offerings serve the data center, networking, software, broadband, wireless, and storage and industrial markets.
Visit Website →nLIGHT Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
nLIGHT, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and sells fiber and semiconductor lasers for industrial, microfabrication, aerospace and defense applications. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington.
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