Synopsys Inc (SNPS)vsWex Inc (WEX)
SNPS
Synopsys Inc
$410.13
-1.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $78.57B
WEX
Wex Inc
$151.32
-2.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Synopsys Inc generates 201% more annual revenue ($8.01B vs $2.66B). SNPS leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 11.4%. WEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.44. WEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
SNPS
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WEX
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-825.0%
Fair Value
$44.34
Current Price
$410.13
$365.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+58.2%
Fair Value
$396.40
Current Price
$151.32
$245.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 50.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SNPS
The strongest argument for SNPS centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WEX
The strongest argument for WEX centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.44 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 62.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WEX
The primary concerns for WEX are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SNPS profiles as a growth stock while WEX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SNPS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — 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
WEX scores higher overall (73/100 vs 51/100). 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.
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 →Wex Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
WEX Inc. offers financial technology services in North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe. The company is headquartered in Portland, Maine.
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