Power Integrations Inc (POWI)vsVuzix Corp Cmn Stk (VUZI)
POWI
Power Integrations Inc
$73.28
+2.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.00B
VUZI
Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
$3.11
+8.74%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $239.50M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Power Integrations Inc generates 6961% more annual revenue ($443.50M vs $6.28M). POWI leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. POWI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
POWI
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
VUZI
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-30.9%
Fair Value
$36.86
Current Price
$73.28
$36.42 premium
Margin of Safety
+43.1%
Fair Value
$4.34
Current Price
$3.11
$1.23 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 44.7% YoY
Revenue surging 76.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 3.1% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.4x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : POWI
The strongest argument for POWI centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : VUZI
The strongest argument for VUZI centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 76.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : POWI
The primary concerns for POWI are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 184.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VUZI
The primary concerns for VUZI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
POWI profiles as a value stock while VUZI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
POWI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
VUZI is growing revenue faster at 76.3% — sustainability is the question.
POWI generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
POWI scores higher overall (43/100 vs 26/100). VUZI offers better value entry with a 43.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Power Integrations Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Power Integrations, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and markets mixed signal and analog integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronic components and circuits used in high voltage power conversion worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Visit Website →Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Vuzix Corporation designs, manufactures, markets and sells augmented reality (AR) computing and display devices for consumer and business markets in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in West Henrietta, New York.
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