Synopsys Inc (SNPS)vsViavi Solutions Inc (VIAV)
SNPS
Synopsys Inc
$482.60
+0.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $92.45B
VIAV
Viavi Solutions Inc
$45.53
+5.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $11.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Synopsys Inc generates 544% more annual revenue ($8.01B vs $1.24B). SNPS leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs -3.4%. VIAV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. SNPS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
SNPS
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
VIAV
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SNPS.
Margin of Safety
-44.2%
Fair Value
$18.65
Current Price
$45.53
$26.88 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 36.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 73.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SNPS
The strongest argument for SNPS centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VIAV
The strongest argument for VIAV centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 36.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SNPS
The primary concerns for SNPS are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 74.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VIAV
The primary concerns for VIAV are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SNPS profiles as a growth stock while VIAV is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SNPS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
SNPS is growing revenue faster at 65.5% — sustainability is the question.
SNPS generates stronger free cash flow (822M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SNPS scores higher overall (47/100 vs 39/100) and 65.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Synopsys Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Synopsys is an American electronic design automation company that focuses on silicon design and verification, silicon intellectual property and software security and quality. Products include logic synthesis, behavioral synthesis, place and route, static timing analysis, formal verification, hardware description language (SystemC, SystemVerilog/Verilog, VHDL) simulators, and transistor-level circuit simulation.
Visit Website →Viavi Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Viavi Solutions Inc. provides network testing, monitoring and assurance solutions to communications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, government, civil, military and avionics customers worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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