Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsUnited Microelectronics (UMC)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$318.81
+0.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.51T
UMC
United Microelectronics
$9.31
+2.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $22.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Microelectronics generates 248% more annual revenue ($237.55B vs $68.28B). AVGO leads profitability with a 36.6% profit margin vs 17.6%. AVGO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. AVGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AVGO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
UMC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.6%
Fair Value
$240.08
Current Price
$318.81
$78.73 premium
Margin of Safety
+44.9%
Fair Value
$18.68
Current Price
$9.31
$9.37 discount
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
Generating 18.1B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
1.9% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.8x book value
2.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
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 : UMC
The strongest argument for UMC centers on Free Cash Flow, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 19.8%. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : UMC
The primary concerns for UMC are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVGO profiles as a growth stock while UMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
AVGO is growing revenue faster at 16.4% — sustainability is the question.
UMC generates stronger free cash flow (18.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVGO scores higher overall (76/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 36.6% margins and 16.4% revenue growth. UMC offers better value entry with a 44.9% margin of safety. 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 →United Microelectronics
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
United Microelectronics Corporation is a semiconductor wafer foundry in Taiwan, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.
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