Intel Corporation (INTC)vsMACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc (MTSI)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$121.78
+1.71%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $544.15B
MTSI
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
$279.69
+0.21%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $21.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 4800% more annual revenue ($57.03B vs $1.16B). MTSI leads profitability with a 20.7% profit margin vs -19.8%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. MTSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
INTC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
MTSI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 166.7% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -12.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : MTSI
The strongest argument for MTSI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.7% and operating margin at 23.3%. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MTSI
The primary concerns for MTSI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 88.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
MTSI is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MTSI scores higher overall (68/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 20.7% margins and 35.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 →MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. designs and manufactures analog semiconductor solutions for use in wired and wireless applications in the radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave and light wave spectrum in the United States, China, Asia Pacific and internationally. . . The company is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts.
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