Cadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)vsOmnicom Group Inc (OMC)
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$376.19
-0.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.85B
OMC
Omnicom Group Inc
$75.31
-0.42%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $20.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Omnicom Group Inc generates 259% more annual revenue ($19.82B vs $5.53B). CDNS leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 0.3%. CDNS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.93. CDNS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
OMC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Margin of Safety
+5.4%
Fair Value
$73.25
Current Price
$75.31
$2.06 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
Revenue surging 69.2% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
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 : OMC
The strongest argument for OMC centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 69.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : OMC
The primary concerns for OMC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDNS profiles as a growth stock while OMC is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
OMC is growing revenue faster at 69.2% — sustainability is the question.
CDNS generates stronger free cash flow (307M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CDNS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 18.7% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
Omnicom Group Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Omnicom Group Inc. is an American global media, marketing and corporate communications holding company, headquartered in New York City.
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