NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)vsSTMicroelectronics NV ADR (STM)
NVDA
NVIDIA Corporation
$195.04
+2.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.01T
STM
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
$53.05
+9.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $58.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NVIDIA Corporation generates 1948% more annual revenue ($253.49B vs $12.38B). STM leads profitability with a 1.2% profit margin vs 0.6%. STM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. NVDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
NVDA
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
STM
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-65.1%
Fair Value
$119.30
Current Price
$195.04
$75.74 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 82 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 48.6B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.9% revenue growth
2.1% earnings growth
0.6% margin — thin
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVDA
The strongest argument for NVDA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : STM
The strongest argument for STM centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NVDA
The primary concerns for NVDA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : STM
The primary concerns for STM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 411.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVDA profiles as a value stock while STM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVDA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
STM is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
NVDA generates stronger free cash flow (48.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVDA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 40/100). 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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