Fabrinet (FN)vsTE Connectivity Ltd (TEL)
FN
Fabrinet
$388.55
+2.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $14.92B
TEL
TE Connectivity Ltd
$205.42
-0.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $61.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TE Connectivity Ltd generates 316% more annual revenue ($19.32B vs $4.64B). TEL leads profitability with a 15.6% profit margin vs 10.2%. TEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.88. TEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
FN
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
TEL
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 44.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FN
The strongest argument for FN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 44.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TEL
The strongest argument for TEL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.6% and operating margin at 20.8%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FN
The primary concerns for FN are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TEL
The primary concerns for TEL are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FN profiles as a growth stock while TEL is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
FN is growing revenue faster at 44.6% — sustainability is the question.
TEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TEL scores higher overall (74/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 15.6% margins and 13.8% 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.
Fabrinet
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Fabrinet offers optical packaging and precision electronic, electromechanical and optical manufacturing services in North America, Asia-Pacific and Europe. The company is headquartered in George Town, the Cayman Islands.
Visit Website →TE Connectivity Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
TE Connectivity is an American Swiss-domiciled technology company that designs and manufactures connectors and sensors for several industries, such as automotive, industrial equipment, data communication systems, aerospace, defense, medical, oil and gas, consumer electronics and energy.
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