Micron Technology Inc (MU)vsOnto Innovation Inc (ONTO)
MU
Micron Technology Inc
$739.00
+18.36%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $977.44B
ONTO
Onto Innovation Inc
$218.31
-9.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Micron Technology Inc generates 8659% more annual revenue ($90.27B vs $1.03B). MU leads profitability with a 55.9% profit margin vs 10.3%. MU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.14. MU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
MU
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
ONTO
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Keeps 56 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 80.4%
Revenue surging 345.7% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 48.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MU
The strongest argument for MU centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 55.9% and operating margin at 80.4%. Revenue growth of 345.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ONTO
The strongest argument for ONTO centers on Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MU
The primary concerns for MU are Price/Book.
Bear Case : ONTO
The primary concerns for ONTO are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 130.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MU profiles as a growth stock while ONTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MU carries more volatility with a beta of 2.14 — expect wider price swings.
MU is growing revenue faster at 345.7% — sustainability is the question.
MU generates stronger free cash flow (17.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MU scores higher overall (80/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 55.9% margins and 345.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Micron Technology Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Micron Technology, Inc. is an American producer of computer memory and computer data storage including dynamic random-access memory, flash memory, and USB flash drives. It is headquartered in Boise, Idaho.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Onto Innovation Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, manufacture and support of process control tools that perform macrodefect inspection and metrology, lithography systems, and process control analytical software worldwide. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
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