Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsPagSeguro Digital Ltd (PAGS)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$385.73
+3.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.28T
PAGS
PagSeguro Digital Ltd
$8.53
-3.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadcom Inc generates 245% more annual revenue ($68.28B vs $19.81B). AVGO leads profitability with a 36.6% profit margin vs 10.8%. PAGS trades at a lower P/E of 6.3x. AVGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AVGO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
PAGS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
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 44.9%
Generating 10.3B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.3%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.9x book value
1.5% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 44.9%. Revenue growth of 29.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PAGS
The strongest argument for PAGS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : AVGO
The primary concerns for AVGO are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 93.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PAGS
The primary concerns for PAGS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVGO profiles as a growth stock while PAGS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
AVGO is growing revenue faster at 29.5% — sustainability is the question.
AVGO generates stronger free cash flow (10.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVGO scores higher overall (76/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 36.6% margins and 29.5% 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.
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 →PagSeguro Digital Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
PagSeguro Digital Ltd., provides financial technology solutions and services for consumers, individual entrepreneurs, micro-merchants, and small and medium-sized companies in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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