Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsSterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$385.73
+4.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.87T
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$882.43
-11.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadcom Inc generates 2516% more annual revenue ($75.46B vs $2.88B). AVGO leads profitability with a 38.9% profit margin vs 12.0%. AVGO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. AVGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
AVGO
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
STRL
Strong Buy69
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 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.0%
Revenue surging 47.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 85.4% YoY
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 141.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 24.4x book value
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 38.9% and operating margin at 49.0%. Revenue growth of 47.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STRL
The strongest argument for STRL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVGO
The primary concerns for AVGO are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 63.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STRL
The primary concerns for STRL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 76.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
STRL is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
AVGO generates stronger free cash flow (10.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AVGO scores higher overall (80/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 38.9% margins and 47.9% 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.
Visit Website →Sterling Construction Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a construction company, engages in residential construction, specialty services, and heavy civil activities primarily in the southern United States, the Rocky Mountain states, California, and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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