Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsJabil Circuit Inc (JBL)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$156.62
-2.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $131.76B
JBL
Jabil Circuit Inc
$340.00
+6.79%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $33.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jabil Circuit Inc generates 106% more annual revenue ($33.59B vs $16.32B). GLW leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 2.6%. JBL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. JBL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
GLW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
JBL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 138.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 27.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 26.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : JBL
The strongest argument for JBL centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 78.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JBL
The primary concerns for JBL are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.94 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLW profiles as a growth stock while JBL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
GLW generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100) and 11.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Corning Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
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TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Jabil Inc. provides global manufacturing solutions and services. The company is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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