Intel Corporation (INTC)vsMicrochip Technology Inc (MCHP)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$102.94
-5.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $544.15B
MCHP
Microchip Technology Inc
$71.48
-3.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $39.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 1013% more annual revenue ($57.03B vs $5.12B). MCHP leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs -19.8%. MCHP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. MCHP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
INTC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
MCHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Margin of Safety
+10.9%
Fair Value
$81.97
Current Price
$71.48
$10.49 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 38.0% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -12.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Currently unprofitable
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 81.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MCHP
The strongest argument for MCHP centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 38.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MCHP
The primary concerns for MCHP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 107.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a growth stock while MCHP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
MCHP is growing revenue faster at 38.0% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCHP scores higher overall (57/100 vs 41/100) and 38.0% 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.
Intel Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Intel Corporation is an American multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley. It is the world's largest semiconductor chip manufacturer by revenue, and is the developer of the x86 series of microprocessors, the processors found in most personal computers (PCs).
Visit Website →Microchip Technology Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Microchip Technology Inc. is a publicly-listed American corporation that manufactures microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP integrated circuits.
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