Synopsys Inc (SNPS)vsZebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA)
SNPS
Synopsys Inc
$504.42
+0.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $95.30B
ZBRA
Zebra Technologies Corporation
$229.76
+0.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $11.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Synopsys Inc generates 48% more annual revenue ($8.01B vs $5.40B). SNPS leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 7.8%. ZBRA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.48. ZBRA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
SNPS
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
ZBRA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SNPS.
Margin of Safety
+10.5%
Fair Value
$281.98
Current Price
$229.76
$52.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Moderate valuation
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 55.8%
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 : ZBRA
The strongest argument for ZBRA centers on PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.48 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 75.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ZBRA
The primary concerns for ZBRA are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SNPS profiles as a growth stock while ZBRA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ZBRA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — 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
ZBRA scores higher overall (58/100 vs 47/100) and 10.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" 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 →Zebra Technologies Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Zebra Technologies Corporation is an American company that manufactures and sells marking, tracking, and computer printing technologies. Its products include thermal barcode label and receipt printers, RFID smart label printers/encoders/fixed & handheld readers/antennas, and card and kiosk printers that are used for barcode labeling, personal identification, and specialty printing, principally in the manufacturing, supply chain, retail, healthcare, and government sectors.
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