Cadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$376.19
-0.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.85B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$177.02
+0.58%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
T-Mobile US Inc generates 1537% more annual revenue ($90.53B vs $5.53B). CDNS leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 11.7%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.74. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TMUS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Margin of Safety
-56.6%
Fair Value
$113.97
Current Price
$177.02
$63.05 premium
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
Generating 4.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 12.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.74 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 : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.11 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDNS profiles as a growth stock while TMUS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
CDNS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CDNS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 62/100), 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.
T-Mobile US Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
T-Mobile US, Inc., doing business under the global brand name T-Mobile, is an American wireless network operator. Its headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area and Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
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