Oracle Corporation (ORCL)vsUnited Microelectronics (UMC)
ORCL
Oracle Corporation
$144.72
-3.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $432.88B
UMC
United Microelectronics
$22.64
-3.27%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $56.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Microelectronics generates 272% more annual revenue ($250.71B vs $67.36B). UMC leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 25.4%. ORCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. UMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ORCL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
UMC
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.6%
Fair Value
$105.36
Current Price
$144.72
$39.36 premium
Margin of Safety
+11.2%
Fair Value
$25.50
Current Price
$22.64
$2.86 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 374.6% YoY
Generating 24.2B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : UMC
The strongest argument for UMC centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 21.7%. Revenue growth of 17.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : UMC
The primary concerns for UMC are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.73 — expect wider price swings.
ORCL is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
UMC generates stronger free cash flow (24.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
UMC scores higher overall (77/100 vs 76/100), backed by strong 33.3% margins and 17.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
Visit Website →United Microelectronics
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
United Microelectronics Corporation is a semiconductor wafer foundry in Taiwan, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.
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