Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsSuper Micro Computer Inc (SMCI)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$326.08
-5.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.56T
SMCI
Super Micro Computer Inc
$32.95
-4.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $23.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadcom Inc generates 128% more annual revenue ($89.10B vs $39.06B). AVGO leads profitability with a 42.9% profit margin vs 5.7%. AVGO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.32. SMCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
AVGO
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
SMCI
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.3%
Revenue surging 85.5% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 93.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 434.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.6x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
5.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVGO
The strongest argument for AVGO centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.9% and operating margin at 54.3%. Revenue growth of 85.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SMCI
The strongest argument for SMCI centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 93.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVGO
The primary concerns for AVGO are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SMCI
The primary concerns for SMCI are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVGO profiles as a growth stock while SMCI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SMCI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.01 — expect wider price swings.
SMCI is growing revenue faster at 93.2% — sustainability is the question.
AVGO generates stronger free cash flow (13.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVGO scores higher overall (80/100 vs 80/100), backed by strong 42.9% margins and 85.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Super Micro Computer, Inc. develops and manufactures high-performance server and storage solutions based on an open, modular architecture. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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