Intel Corporation (INTC)vsSemtech Corporation (SMTC)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$111.78
+10.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $588.29B
SMTC
Semtech Corporation
$169.35
+5.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 4833% more annual revenue ($53.76B vs $1.09B). SMTC leads profitability with a -3.0% profit margin vs -5.9%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. SMTC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 37/100 (F).
INTC
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
SMTC
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
15.9% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 22.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 27.5x book value
ROE of -5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SMTC
The strongest argument for SMTC centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SMTC
The primary concerns for SMTC are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a turnaround stock while SMTC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SMTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.32 — expect wider price swings.
SMTC is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
SMTC generates stronger free cash flow (28M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SMTC scores higher overall (37/100 vs 35/100) and 15.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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).
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Semtech Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets mixed-signal and analog semiconductor products and advanced algorithms. The company is headquartered in Camarillo, California.
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