Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (CRDO)vsMicrosoft Corporation (MSFT)
CRDO
Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd
$120.51
+7.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $32.65B
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$530.61
-0.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.88T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 21675% more annual revenue ($346.44B vs $1.59B). MSFT leads profitability with a 41.2% profit margin vs 33.8%. MSFT trades at a lower P/E of 27.2x. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CRDO
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.7%
Fair Value
$139.66
Current Price
$120.51
$19.15 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MSFT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 114.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 97.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 25.2%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.8%
Generating 18.6B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.3x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRDO
The strongest argument for CRDO centers on Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.8% and operating margin at 25.2%. Revenue growth of 114.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.2% and operating margin at 49.8%. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CRDO
The primary concerns for CRDO are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 61.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRDO carries more volatility with a beta of 3.25 — expect wider price swings.
CRDO is growing revenue faster at 114.7% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (18.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 41.2% margins and 18.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd offers various high-speed connectivity solutions for electrical and optical Ethernet applications in the United States, Mexico, Malaysia, Hong Kong and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Microsoft Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.
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