Flex Ltd (FLEX)vsSAP SE ADR (SAP)
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$142.17
+6.89%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $48.90B
SAP
SAP SE ADR
$173.70
-0.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $204.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SAP SE ADR generates 39% more annual revenue ($37.34B vs $26.83B). SAP leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 3.2%. SAP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. SAP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
FLEX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
SAP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$67.21
Current Price
$142.17
$74.96 discount
Margin of Safety
-16.9%
Fair Value
$168.01
Current Price
$173.70
$5.69 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.9% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 30.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.2x book value
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SAP
The strongest argument for SAP centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 30.0%. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 57.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SAP
No major red flags identified for SAP, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FLEX profiles as a growth stock while SAP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
FLEX is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
SAP generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SAP scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. 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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SAP SE is a global enterprise application software company. The company is headquartered in Walldorf, Germany.
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