Cadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)vsDigimarc Corporation (DMRC)
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$376.19
+0.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.85B
DMRC
Digimarc Corporation
$13.63
-5.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $303.16M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cadence Design Systems Inc generates 17110% more annual revenue ($5.53B vs $32.12M). CDNS leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs -85.8%. DMRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. CDNS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
DMRC
Avoid27
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Margin of Safety
+77.4%
Fair Value
$22.92
Current Price
$13.63
$9.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.9x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDNS
The strongest argument for CDNS centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 29.7%. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DMRC
The strongest argument for DMRC centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CDNS
The primary concerns for CDNS are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : DMRC
The primary concerns for DMRC are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDNS profiles as a growth stock while DMRC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
DMRC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.19 — expect wider price swings.
CDNS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
CDNS generates stronger free cash flow (307M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CDNS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 27/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 18.7% revenue growth. DMRC offers better value entry with a 77.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cadence Design Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Cadence Design Systems, Inc., headquartered in San Jose, California, is an American multinational computational software company. The company produces software, hardware and silicon structures for designing integrated circuits, systems on chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards.
Digimarc Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Digimarc Corporation offers automatic identification solutions to commercial and government customers in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon.
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