Intel Corporation (INTC)vsSTMicroelectronics NV ADR (STM)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$47.18
+7.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $220.09B
STM
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
$33.42
+4.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $28.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 348% more annual revenue ($52.85B vs $11.80B). STM leads profitability with a 1.4% profit margin vs -0.5%. STM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.45. STM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
INTC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
STM
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Margin of Safety
-2764.8%
Fair Value
$1.22
Current Price
$33.42
$32.20 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.1%
Earnings declined 71.7%
0.2% revenue growth
ROE of 1.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : STM
The strongest argument for STM centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : STM
The primary concerns for STM are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 177.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a turnaround stock while STM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
STM is growing revenue faster at 0.2% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (800M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STM scores higher overall (43/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Hold" 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 →STMicroelectronics NV ADR
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
STMicroelectronics NV designs, develops, manufactures and markets semiconductor products in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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