Intel Corporation (INTC)vsViavi Solutions Inc (VIAV)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$102.94
-5.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $544.15B
VIAV
Viavi Solutions Inc
$33.82
-12.72%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $9.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 3656% more annual revenue ($57.03B vs $1.52B). VIAV leads profitability with a -2.0% profit margin vs -19.8%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. VIAV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
INTC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
VIAV
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
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 52.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 326.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -12.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Currently unprofitable
ROE of -6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
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 : VIAV
The strongest argument for VIAV centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 52.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.34 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 : VIAV
The primary concerns for VIAV are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a growth stock while VIAV is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
VIAV is growing revenue faster at 52.5% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VIAV scores higher overall (52/100 vs 41/100) and 52.5% 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 →Viavi Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Viavi Solutions Inc. provides network testing, monitoring and assurance solutions to communications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, government, civil, military and avionics customers worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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