Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsKLA Corporation (KLAC)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$936.48
+1.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $276.27B
KLAC
KLA Corporation
$1,869.19
+6.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $230.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 370% more annual revenue ($61.53B vs $13.10B). KLAC leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 29.4%. GS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
KLAC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 95 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.2%
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 44.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 38.6%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KLAC
The strongest argument for KLAC centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 41.2%. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KLAC
The primary concerns for KLAC are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 50.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KLAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
GS is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
KLAC generates stronger free cash flow (622M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (75/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins and 14.5% 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
KLA Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
KLA Corporation is a capital equipment company based in Milpitas, California. It supplies process control and yield management systems for the semiconductor industry and other related nanoelectronics industries. The company's products and services are intended for all phases of wafer, reticle, integrated circuit (IC) and packaging production, from research and development to final volume manufacturing.
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