NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)vsSTMicroelectronics NV ADR (STM)
NVDA
NVIDIA Corporation
$218.29
-0.03%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.27T
STM
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
$51.51
+1.52%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $45.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NVIDIA Corporation generates 2213% more annual revenue ($302.97B vs $13.10B). NVDA leads profitability with a 63.7% profit margin vs 3.6%. STM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.19. NVDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
NVDA
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
STM
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-52.6%
Fair Value
$143.03
Current Price
$218.29
$75.26 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 84 in profit
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 66.2%
Revenue surging 105.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 127.8% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 23.0x book value
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Earnings declined 33.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVDA
The strongest argument for NVDA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.7% and operating margin at 66.2%. Revenue growth of 105.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STM
The strongest argument for STM centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 26.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NVDA
The primary concerns for NVDA are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : STM
The primary concerns for STM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVDA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.22 — expect wider price swings.
NVDA is growing revenue faster at 105.9% — sustainability is the question.
NVDA generates stronger free cash flow (21.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NVDA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 63.7% margins and 105.9% 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.
NVIDIA Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Nvidia Corporation is an American multinational technology company incorporated in Delaware and based in Santa Clara, California. It designs graphics processing units (GPUs) for the gaming and professional markets, as well as system on a chip units (SoCs) for the mobile computing and automotive market.
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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