Optical Cable Corporation (OCC)vsOracle Corporation (ORCL)
OCC
Optical Cable Corporation
$14.62
+2.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $122.25M
ORCL
Oracle Corporation
$144.72
-3.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $432.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oracle Corporation generates 85826% more annual revenue ($67.36B vs $78.39M). ORCL leads profitability with a 25.4% profit margin vs 1.3%. ORCL trades at a lower P/E of 24.0x. ORCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
OCC
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
ORCL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OCC.
Margin of Safety
-42.6%
Fair Value
$105.36
Current Price
$144.72
$39.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 26.6% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.2%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OCC
The strongest argument for OCC centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ORCL
The strongest argument for ORCL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.4% and operating margin at 36.2%. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OCC
The primary concerns for OCC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 106.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : ORCL
The primary concerns for ORCL are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 3.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.73 — expect wider price swings.
OCC is growing revenue faster at 26.6% — sustainability is the question.
OCC generates stronger free cash flow (-3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ORCL scores higher overall (76/100 vs 35/100), backed by strong 25.4% margins and 20.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Optical Cable Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Optical Cable Corporation manufactures and sells fiber optic and copper data communications cabling and connectivity solutions primarily for the enterprise market in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia.
Oracle Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Oracle is an American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas. The company was formerly headquartered in Redwood Shores, California until December 2020 when it moved its headquarters to Texas. The company sells database software and technology, cloud engineered systems, and enterprise software products, particularly its own brands of database management systems.
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