Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsUpbound Group Inc. (UPBD)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$345.22
+5.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.56T
UPBD
Upbound Group Inc.
$23.88
-5.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadcom Inc generates 1785% more annual revenue ($89.10B vs $4.73B). AVGO leads profitability with a 42.9% profit margin vs 2.4%. AVGO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.32. AVGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
AVGO
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
UPBD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-75.1%
Fair Value
$167.74
Current Price
$345.22
$177.48 premium
Margin of Safety
+33.7%
Fair Value
$29.86
Current Price
$23.88
$5.98 discount
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
Earnings expanding 163.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 16.5x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.6%
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 : UPBD
The strongest argument for UPBD centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.39 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 : UPBD
The primary concerns for UPBD are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVGO profiles as a growth stock while UPBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UPBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
AVGO is growing revenue faster at 85.5% — 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 63/100), backed by strong 42.9% margins and 85.5% revenue growth. UPBD offers better value entry with a 33.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "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 →Upbound Group Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Upbound Group, Inc., an omni-channel platform company, leases household durable goods to customers on a lease-to-own basis in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Plano, Texas.
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