Comtech Telecommunications Corp (CMTL)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
CMTL
Comtech Telecommunications Corp
$4.72
-12.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $160.56M
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$945.08
+3.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $80.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lumentum Holdings Inc generates 424% more annual revenue ($2.49B vs $474.95M). LITE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 2.6%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. LITE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CMTL
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
LITE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.8%
Fair Value
$22.48
Current Price
$4.72
$17.76 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 587.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 90.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 21.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 79.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMTL
The strongest argument for CMTL centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 21.8%. Revenue growth of 90.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMTL
The primary concerns for CMTL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 181.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMTL profiles as a value stock while LITE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 90.1% — sustainability is the question.
LITE generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 90.1% revenue growth. CMTL offers better value entry with a 73.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Comtech Telecommunications Corp
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. The company is headquartered in Melville, New York.
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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