Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson B ADR (ERIC)vsMicrosoft Corporation (MSFT)
ERIC
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson B ADR
$11.81
+3.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $37.64B
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$407.78
-3.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.03T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 32% more annual revenue ($318.27B vs $240.31B). MSFT leads profitability with a 39.3% profit margin vs 10.9%. MSFT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ERIC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.2%
Fair Value
$80.79
Current Price
$11.81
$68.98 discount
Margin of Safety
-70.9%
Fair Value
$238.57
Current Price
$407.78
$169.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 7.0B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.3%
Generating 15.8B in free cash flow
18.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 0.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 10.3%
Earnings declined 78.5%
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERIC
The strongest argument for ERIC centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.3% and operating margin at 46.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ERIC
The primary concerns for ERIC are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MSFT
No major red flags identified for MSFT, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERIC profiles as a declining stock while MSFT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MSFT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
MSFT is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (15.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 39.3% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. ERIC offers better value entry with a 86.2% 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.
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson B ADR
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ), provides communications infrastructure, services and software solutions for telecommunications and other sectors. The company is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
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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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