Lam Research Corp (LRCX)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
LRCX
Lam Research Corp
$273.49
-8.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $373.17B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$167.23
+3.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $401.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lam Research Corp generates 277% more annual revenue ($23.23B vs $6.16B). PLTR leads profitability with a 49.0% profit margin vs 31.3%. LRCX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. LRCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
LRCX
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
PLTR
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.2%
Fair Value
$351.66
Current Price
$273.49
$78.17 discount
Margin of Safety
-83.0%
Fair Value
$91.40
Current Price
$167.23
$75.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 58 in profit
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.4%
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 215.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 27.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LRCX
The strongest argument for LRCX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.3% and operating margin at 37.4%. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.0% and operating margin at 47.1%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LRCX
The primary concerns for LRCX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 51.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 141.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LRCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.86 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 92.8% — sustainability is the question.
PLTR generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LRCX scores higher overall (78/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 31.3% margins and 30.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Lam Research Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Lam Research Corporation is an American corporation that engages in the design, manufacture, marketing, and service of semiconductor processing equipment used in the fabrication of integrated circuits. Its products are used primarily in front-end wafer processing, which involves the steps that create the active components of semiconductor devices (transistors, capacitors) and their wiring (interconnects). The company also builds equipment for back-end wafer-level packaging (WLP), and for related manufacturing markets such as for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). The company is headquartered in Fremont, California, in the Silicon Valley.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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