NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
NVDA
NVIDIA Corporation
$215.20
+1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.14T
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NVIDIA Corporation generates 5627% more annual revenue ($215.94B vs $3.77B). NVDA leads profitability with a 55.6% profit margin vs 11.9%. NVDA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. NVDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
NVDA
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NVDA.
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 102 in profit
Keeps 56 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.0%
Revenue surging 73.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 95.6% YoY
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 33.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
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, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 55.6% and operating margin at 65.0%. Revenue growth of 73.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NVDA
The primary concerns for NVDA are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 43.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVDA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.24 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
NVDA generates stronger free cash flow (34.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NVDA scores higher overall (79/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 55.6% margins and 73.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
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 →Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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