Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)vsQualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$181.10
+0.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $48.82B
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$130.35
+1.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $137.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Qualcomm Incorporated generates 552% more annual revenue ($44.87B vs $6.88B). COIN leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 12.0%. QCOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. QCOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
COIN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
QCOM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.4%
Fair Value
$208.26
Current Price
$181.10
$27.16 discount
Margin of Safety
-285.6%
Fair Value
$33.80
Current Price
$130.35
$96.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 1.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COIN
The strongest argument for COIN centers on PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 11.3%. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : COIN
The primary concerns for COIN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 40.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COIN profiles as a declining stock while QCOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.71 — expect wider price swings.
QCOM is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
QCOM generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QCOM scores higher overall (61/100 vs 60/100). COIN offers better value entry with a 26.4% margin of safety. 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.
Coinbase Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Coinbase Global, Inc. provides financial infrastructure and technology for the crypto economy. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
Visit Website →Qualcomm Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
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