Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsPlexus Corp (PLXS)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$166.40
+2.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.34B
PLXS
Plexus Corp
$255.34
+3.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Corning Incorporated generates 269% more annual revenue ($16.96B vs $4.60B). GLW leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 4.0%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
GLW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
PLXS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.6% revenue growth
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 28.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 12.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PLXS
The strongest argument for PLXS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 76.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLXS
The primary concerns for PLXS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
PLXS is growing revenue faster at 28.1% — sustainability is the question.
GLW generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GLW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 48/100) and 16.6% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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
Plexus Corp. The company is headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin.
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