Crown Castle (CCI)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
CCI
Crown Castle
$88.78
+3.39%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.47B
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$902.32
+5.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $64.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crown Castle generates 100% more annual revenue ($4.21B vs $2.11B). CCI leads profitability with a 25.1% profit margin vs 11.9%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. LITE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CCI
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
LITE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.3%
Fair Value
$75.96
Current Price
$88.78
$12.82 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -206.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 76.1x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCI
The strongest argument for CCI centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.1% and operating margin at 47.7%. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CCI
The primary concerns for CCI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 263.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCI profiles as a declining stock while LITE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 65.5% — sustainability is the question.
CCI generates stronger free cash flow (452M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 51/100) and 65.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Crown Castle
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Crown Castle is a real estate investment trust and provider of shared communications infrastructure in the United States. Its network includes over 40,000 cell towers and nearly 80,000 route miles of fiber supporting small cells and fiber solutions. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company has 100 offices nationwide.
Visit Website →Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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