Jabil Circuit Inc (JBL)vsLightPath Technologies Inc (LPTH)
JBL
Jabil Circuit Inc
$353.24
-5.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $40.60B
LPTH
LightPath Technologies Inc
$15.62
-2.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $944.35M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jabil Circuit Inc generates 51942% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $62.77M). JBL leads profitability with a 2.5% profit margin vs -37.4%. JBL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. JBL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
JBL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
LPTH
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Earnings expanding 96.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Revenue surging 108.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 4911.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.7x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JBL
The strongest argument for JBL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LPTH
The strongest argument for LPTH centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 108.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JBL
The primary concerns for JBL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 51.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.27 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LPTH
The primary concerns for LPTH are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JBL profiles as a growth stock while LPTH is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPTH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
LPTH is growing revenue faster at 108.9% — sustainability is the question.
JBL generates stronger free cash flow (316M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 41/100) and 23.1% 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.
Jabil Circuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Jabil Inc. provides global manufacturing solutions and services. The company is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
LightPath Technologies, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and distributes optical components and assemblies. The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
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