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Amidst today's fast-paced and highly competitive business environment, it is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) in comparison to its major competitors within the Broadline Retail industry. By analyzing critical financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is to provide valuable insights for investors and offer a deeper understanding of company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Amazon.com Background</h3>
Amazon is the leading online retailer and marketplace for third party sellers. Retail related revenue represents approximately 75% of total, followed by Amazon Web Services' cloud computing, storage, database, and other offerings (15%), advertising services (5% to 10%), and other the remainder. International segments constitute 25% to 30% of Amazon's non-AWS sales, led by Germany, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc</td>
<td>48.06</td>
<td>9.13</td>
<td>3.87</td>
<td>6.19%</td>
<td>$32.08</td>
<td>$31.0</td>
<td>11.04%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>17.03</td>
<td>1.50</td>
<td>1.54</td>
<td>4.64%</td>
<td>$54.02</td>
<td>$92.47</td>
<td>5.21%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>9.87</td>
<td>3.62</td>
<td>2.87</td>
<td>9.38%</td>
<td>$29.18</td>
<td>$59.65</td>
<td>44.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>61.03</td>
<td>21.79</td>
<td>4.77</td>
<td>10.37%</td>
<td>$0.72</td>
<td>$2.44</td>
<td>35.27%</td>
</tr>
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<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>11.53</td>
<td>1.65</td>
<td>0.36</td>
<td>5.22%</td>
<td>$15.92</td>
<td>$45.04</td>
<td>5.12%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>40.32</td>
<td>9.85</td>
<td>1.43</td>
<td>1.74%</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$2.27</td>
<td>27.2%</td>
</tr>
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<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>16.38</td>
<td>5.75</td>
<td>3.23</td>
<td>11.59%</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>3.04%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>6.51</td>
<td>1.35</td>
<td>0.49</td>
<td>2.76%</td>
<td>$1.47</td>
<td>$4.96</td>
<td>-9.18%</td>
</tr>
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<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>23.62</td>
<td>5.58</td>
<td>3.85</td>
<td>6.68%</td>
<td>$0.88</td>
<td>$2.03</td>
<td>19.29%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>35.10</td>
<td>4.47</td>
<td>3.23</td>
<td>2.24%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>7.79%</td>
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<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>11.20</td>
<td>3.52</td>
<td>1.05</td>
<td>6.37%</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.63</td>
<td>-3.53%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>26.62</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>0.20</td>
<td>0.66%</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>$2.04</td>
<td>-3.79%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nordstrom Inc</td>
<td>15.53</td>
<td>4.10</td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>4.75%</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>$1.31</td>
<td>4.34%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>22.46</td>
<td>3.82</td>
<td>1.13</td>
<td>5.09%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>0.53%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>6.38</td>
<td>0.41</td>
<td>0.09</td>
<td>0.58%</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$1.57</td>
<td>-8.49%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Groupon Inc</td>
<td>15.06</td>
<td>10.33</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>34.72%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.1</td>
<td>-9.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>21.24</td>
<td>5.26</td>
<td>1.69</td>
<td>7.12%</td>
<td>$6.98</td>
<td>$14.45</td>
<td>7.84%</td>
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 </style>Upon analyzing Amazon.com, the following trends can be observed: 
<ul>
<li>
The current Price to Earnings ratio of 48.06 is 2.26x higher than the industry average, indicating the stock is priced at a premium level according to the market sentiment.
</li>
<li>
The elevated Price to Book ratio of 9.13 relative to the industry average by 1.74x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.87, which is 2.29x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 6.19% is 0.93% below the industry average, suggesting potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $32.08 Billion, which is 4.6x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The gross profit of $31.0 Billion is 2.15x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
With a revenue growth of 11.04%, which surpasses the industry average of 7.84%, the company is demonstrating robust sales expansion and gaining market share.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734966044_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a measure that indicates the level of debt a company has taken on relative to the value of its assets net of liabilities.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By considering the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Amazon.com can be compared to its top 4 peers, leading to the following observations:
<ul>
<li>
When comparing the debt-to-equity ratio, Amazon.com is in a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.
</li>
<li>
The company has a lower level of debt relative to its equity, indicating a more favorable balance between the two with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.52.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Amazon.com, the PE, PB, and PS ratios are all high compared to its peers in the Broadline Retail industry, indicating overvaluation. The low ROE suggests lower profitability compared to industry peers. However, Amazon.com's high EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth outperform its competitors, reflecting strong operational performance and growth potential in the industry sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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In today's rapidly evolving and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is crucial for investors and industry analysts to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will undertake an in-depth industry comparison, assessing Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) alongside its primary competitors in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. By meticulously examining crucial financial indicators, market positioning, and growth potential, we aim to provide valuable insights to investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Meta Platforms Background</h3>
Meta is the largest social media company in the world, boasting close to 4 billion monthly active users worldwide. The firm's "Family of Apps," its core business, consists of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. End users can leverage these applications for a variety of different purposes, from keeping in touch with friends to following celebrities and running digital businesses for free. Meta packages customer data, gleaned from its application ecosystem and sells ads to digital advertisers. While the firm has been investing heavily in its Reality Labs business, it remains a very small part of Meta's overall sales.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Meta Platforms Inc</td>
<td>27.62</td>
<td>8.98</td>
<td>9.83</td>
<td>9.77%</td>
<td>$22.06</td>
<td>$33.21</td>
<td>18.87%</td>
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<td>Alphabet Inc</td>
<td>25.39</td>
<td>7.46</td>
<td>7.05</td>
<td>8.55%</td>
<td>$35.74</td>
<td>$51.79</td>
<td>15.09%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Baidu Inc</td>
<td>11.38</td>
<td>0.84</td>
<td>1.64</td>
<td>2.98%</td>
<td>$9.27</td>
<td>$17.16</td>
<td>-2.58%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pinterest Inc</td>
<td>92.16</td>
<td>6.89</td>
<td>5.90</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>$-0.0</td>
<td>$0.71</td>
<td>17.71%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kanzhun Ltd</td>
<td>30.71</td>
<td>2.93</td>
<td>6.33</td>
<td>3.18%</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>$1.6</td>
<td>18.98%</td>
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<td>ZoomInfo Technologies Inc</td>
<td>360</td>
<td>2.22</td>
<td>3.30</td>
<td>1.35%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>-3.25%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Yelp Inc</td>
<td>23.22</td>
<td>3.39</td>
<td>1.98</td>
<td>5.21%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>4.41%</td>
</tr>
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<td>JOYY Inc</td>
<td>12.59</td>
<td>0.43</td>
<td>1.16</td>
<td>1.17%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>-1.48%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ziff Davis Inc</td>
<td>41.93</td>
<td>1.37</td>
<td>1.85</td>
<td>-2.68%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>3.69%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Weibo Corp</td>
<td>6.68</td>
<td>0.66</td>
<td>1.44</td>
<td>3.78%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>5.05%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Tripadvisor Inc</td>
<td>53.11</td>
<td>2.04</td>
<td>1.13</td>
<td>4.33%</td>
<td>$0.1</td>
<td>$0.48</td>
<td>-0.19%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Hello Group Inc</td>
<td>7.83</td>
<td>0.83</td>
<td>0.93</td>
<td>4.03%</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>-12.1%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>60.45</td>
<td>2.64</td>
<td>2.97</td>
<td>2.99%</td>
<td>$4.21</td>
<td>$6.75</td>
<td>4.12%</td>
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 </style>By closely examining Meta Platforms, we can identify the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 27.62 is lower than the industry average by 0.46x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 8.98 which exceeds the industry average by 3.4x.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 9.83, surpassing the industry average by 3.31x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 9.77% is 6.78% above the industry average, highlighting efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $22.06 Billion, which is 5.24x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The company has higher gross profit of $33.21 Billion, which indicates 4.92x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 18.87% exceeds the industry average of 4.12%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734966035_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio indicates the proportion of debt and equity used by a company to finance its assets and operations.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By analyzing Meta Platforms in relation to its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be derived:
<ul>
<li>
Meta Platforms has a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.3.
</li>
<li>
This suggests that the company has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be perceived as a positive indicator by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
The PE, PB, and PS ratios for Meta Platforms indicate that it may be overvalued compared to its peers in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. However, its high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth suggest strong financial performance relative to industry standards. This combination of high valuation multiples and strong operational metrics positions Meta Platforms as a competitive player in the sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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U.S. stocks traded mixed this morning, with the Dow Jones index falling around 150 points on Monday.
Following the market opening Monday, the Dow traded down 0.36% to 42,687.90 while the NASDAQ rose 0.15% to 19,602.60. The S&amp;P 500 also rose, gaining, 0.02% to 5,931.81.
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Leading and Lagging Sectors Information technology shares jumped by 0.5% on Monday.
In trading on Friday, consumer staples shares fell by 1%.
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The Chicago Fed National Activity Index rose to -0.12 in November compared to a revised reading of -0.5 in October.
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<li>Traws Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRAW#NASDAQ">TRAW</a>) shares shot up 201% to $15.10 after the company announced progress in the development of Tivoxavir Marboxi.</li>
<li>Shares of Reliance Global Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RELI#NASDAQ">RELI</a>)got a boost, surging 194% to $3.5291 after the company issued a year-end review of its operations, as well as a look to the future.</li>
<li>RAPT Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RAPT#NASDAQ">RAPT</a>) shares were also up, gaining 160% to $2.1350 after the company announced a partnership with Shanghai Jemincare Pharmaceutical for an exclusive license agreement to develop and commercialize RPT904, a novel anti-IgE monoclonal antibody.</li>
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<li>iLearningEngines, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AILE#NASDAQ">AILE</a>) shares dropped 59% to $0.3600 after the company announced it voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy,</li>
<li>Shares of MGO Global, Inc. &nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGOL#NASDAQ">MGOL</a>) were down 59% to $0.3846 after the company announced the pricing of upsized $6.0 million public offering.</li>
<li>Castellum, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTM#NYSE">CTM</a>) was down, falling 30% to $0.42 after the company announced the pricing of a $3.6 million registered direct offering of 9.47 million shares at $0.38 per share.</li>
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Commodities In commodity news, oil traded down 0.3% to $69.24 while gold traded down 0.5% at $2,631.70.
Silver traded up 0.8% to $30.190 on Monday, while copper fell 0.2% to $4.0940.
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European shares were mixed today. The eurozone's STOXX 600 gained 0.3%, Germany's DAX fell 0.1% and France's CAC 40 rose 0.1%. Spain's IBEX 35 Index fell 0.3%, while London's FTSE 100 rose 0.3%.
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Asian markets closed mostly higher on Monday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 gaining 1.19%, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index gaining 0.82%, China's Shanghai Composite Index declining 0.50% and India's BSE Sensex gaining 0.64%.
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In the dynamic and fiercely competitive business environment, conducting a thorough analysis of companies is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts. In this article, we will perform an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. By closely examining crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to offer valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Apple Background</h3>
Apple is among the largest companies in the world, with a broad portfolio of hardware and software products targeted at consumers and businesses. Apple's iPhone makes up a majority of the firm sales, and Apple's other products like Mac, iPad, and Watch are designed around the iPhone as the focal point of an expansive software ecosystem. Apple has progressively worked to add new applications, like streaming video, subscription bundles, and augmented reality. The firm designs its own software and semiconductors while working with subcontractors like Foxconn and TSMC to build its products and chips. Slightly less than half of Apple's sales come directly through its flagship stores, with a majority of sales coming indirectly through partnerships and distribution.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Apple Inc</td>
<td>41.86</td>
<td>67.55</td>
<td>10.03</td>
<td>23.83%</td>
<td>$32.5</td>
<td>$43.88</td>
<td>6.07%</td>
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<td>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co</td>
<td>11.20</td>
<td>1.15</td>
<td>0.96</td>
<td>5.72%</td>
<td>$2.02</td>
<td>$2.61</td>
<td>15.06%</td>
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<td>NetApp Inc</td>
<td>21.82</td>
<td>27</td>
<td>3.87</td>
<td>32.84%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$1.18</td>
<td>6.15%</td>
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<td>Pure Storage Inc</td>
<td>165.13</td>
<td>14.89</td>
<td>7.45</td>
<td>4.44%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.54</td>
<td>8.81%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Western Digital Corp</td>
<td>66.22</td>
<td>1.79</td>
<td>1.40</td>
<td>4.28%</td>
<td>$0.86</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>48.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Super Micro Computer Inc</td>
<td>15.72</td>
<td>3.38</td>
<td>1.27</td>
<td>6.68%</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>37.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eastman Kodak Co</td>
<td>9.79</td>
<td>0.56</td>
<td>0.60</td>
<td>1.34%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>-2.97%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Turtle Beach Corp</td>
<td>51.52</td>
<td>3.15</td>
<td>0.95</td>
<td>3.3%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>59.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AstroNova Inc</td>
<td>25.65</td>
<td>1.07</td>
<td>0.65</td>
<td>0.26%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>7.65%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>45.88</td>
<td>6.62</td>
<td>2.14</td>
<td>7.36%</td>
<td>$0.48</td>
<td>$0.82</td>
<td>22.62%</td>
</tr>
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<ul>
<li>
The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 41.86 is lower than the industry average by 0.91x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
</li>
<li>
The elevated Price to Book ratio of 67.55 relative to the industry average by 10.2x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 10.03, surpassing the industry average by 4.69x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 23.83%, which is 16.47% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
</li>
<li>
The company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $32.5 Billion, which is 67.71x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
With higher gross profit of $43.88 Billion, which indicates 53.51x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company is witnessing a substantial decline in revenue growth, with a rate of 6.07% compared to the industry average of 22.62%, which indicates a challenging sales environment.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734966027_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a financial metric that helps determine the level of financial risk associated with a company's capital structure.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By analyzing Apple in relation to its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be derived:
<ul>
<li>
Apple falls in the middle of the list when considering the debt-to-equity ratio.
</li>
<li>
This indicates that the company has a moderate level of debt relative to its equity with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.87, suggesting a balanced financial structure with a reasonable debt-equitymix.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Apple in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest that the market values Apple's assets and sales highly. Apple's high ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit reflect strong profitability compared to industry peers. However, the low revenue growth may indicate challenges in expanding market share.
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Performance Comparison: Apple And Competitors In Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals Industry

In the fast-paced and cutthroat world of business, conducting thorough company analysis is essential for investors and industry experts. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) in comparison to its major competitors within the Software industry. By analyzing crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is to provide valuable insights for investors and offer a deeper understanding of company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>36.05</td>
<td>11.28</td>
<td>12.83</td>
<td>8.87%</td>
<td>$38.23</td>
<td>$45.49</td>
<td>16.04%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>41.48</td>
<td>34.52</td>
<td>8.78</td>
<td>25.66%</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$9.97</td>
<td>8.64%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>169.98</td>
<td>24.24</td>
<td>21.66</td>
<td>4.81%</td>
<td>$0.67</td>
<td>$2.21</td>
<td>22.25%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>48.45</td>
<td>20.73</td>
<td>16.01</td>
<td>6.33%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$1.58</td>
<td>13.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CrowdStrike Holdings Inc</td>
<td>710.37</td>
<td>29.18</td>
<td>24.22</td>
<td>-0.57%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.76</td>
<td>28.52%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>48.84</td>
<td>82.03</td>
<td>13.12</td>
<td>90.26%</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$1.24</td>
<td>13.0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>28.13</td>
<td>8.18</td>
<td>4.56</td>
<td>7.92%</td>
<td>$0.51</td>
<td>$0.78</td>
<td>3.07%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>570.40</td>
<td>12.59</td>
<td>13.91</td>
<td>-1.28%</td>
<td>$-0.02</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>32.67%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>28.73</td>
<td>2.98</td>
<td>5.91</td>
<td>2.39%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>4.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>40.30</td>
<td>24.99</td>
<td>7.98</td>
<td>5.56%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>16.06%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>QXO Inc</td>
<td>27.07</td>
<td>1.39</td>
<td>24.66</td>
<td>-0.21%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>31.07</td>
<td>11.45</td>
<td>8.91</td>
<td>10.53%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>8.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>37.92</td>
<td>24.68</td>
<td>1.78</td>
<td>32.0%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>0.46%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>35.67</td>
<td>6.69</td>
<td>4.11</td>
<td>6.88%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>2.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SolarWinds Corp</td>
<td>65.68</td>
<td>1.81</td>
<td>3.16</td>
<td>0.94%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>5.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>134.58</td>
<td>20.39</td>
<td>11.34</td>
<td>13.66%</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$1.28</td>
<td>11.24%</td>
</tr>
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 </style>By conducting a comprehensive analysis of Microsoft, the following trends become evident: 
<ul>
<li>
With a Price to Earnings ratio of 36.05, which is 0.27x less than the industry average, the stock shows potential for growth at a reasonable price, making it an interesting consideration for market participants.
</li>
<li>
The current Price to Book ratio of 11.28, which is 0.55x the industry average, is substantially lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 12.83, which is 1.13x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.87% is 4.79% below the industry average, suggesting potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $38.23 Billion is 63.72x above the industry average, highlighting stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The gross profit of $45.49 Billion is 35.54x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
With a revenue growth of 16.04%, which surpasses the industry average of 11.24%, the company is demonstrating robust sales expansion and gaining market share.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734966018_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio measures the financial leverage of a company by evaluating its debt relative to its equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When assessing Microsoft against its top 4 peers using the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following comparisons can be made:
<ul>
<li>
When comparing the debt-to-equity ratio, Microsoft is in a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.
</li>
<li>
The company has a lower level of debt relative to its equity, indicating a more favorable balance between the two with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft in the Software industry, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The PB ratio is also low, suggesting a possible bargain opportunity. However, the PS ratio is high, signaling rich valuation based on revenue. In terms of ROE, Microsoft shows lower profitability compared to peers. EBITDA and gross profit margins are high, reflecting strong operational performance. Additionally, Microsoft's revenue growth rate is high, indicating robust top-line expansion relative to industry peers.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Market Analysis: Microsoft And Competitors In Software Industry

Lam Research (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 9.94% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.63%. Currently, Lam Research has a market capitalization of $94.14 billion. 
Buying $1000 In LRCX: If an investor had bought $1000 of LRCX stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $19,034.37 today based on a price of $73.17 for LRCX at the time of writing.
<h3>Lam Research's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734966015_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Lam Research Stock In The Last 15 Years

In the current session, Archer-Daniels Midland Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>) is trading at $50.04, after a 0.89% decrease. Over the past month, the stock decreased by 6.85%, and in the past year, by 30.87%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are more likely to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734966015_0_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Comparing Archer-Daniels Midland P/E Against Its Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 28.29 in the Food Products industry, Archer-Daniels Midland Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 14.18. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734966015_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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BNB's (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bnb/usd">BNB</a>) price has increased 3.36% over the past 24 hours to $673.03, which is in the opposite direction of its trend over the past week, where it has experienced a 5.0% loss, moving from $713.17 to its current price. As it stands right now, the coin's all-time high is $788.84. 
The chart below compares the price movement and volatility for BNB over the past 24 hours (left) to its price movement over the past week (right). The gray bands are Bollinger Bands, measuring the volatility for both the daily and weekly price movements. The wider the bands are, or the larger the gray area is at any given moment, the larger the volatility.
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The trading volume for the coin has risen 15.0% over the past week diverging from the circulating supply of the coin, which has decreased 0.76%. This brings the circulating supply to 145.89 million, which makes up an estimated 72.94% of its max supply of 200.00 million. According to our data, the current market cap ranking for BNB is #5 at $97.82 billion.
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What would you do if you had billions of dollars and a friend in need? For Mark Cuban, the answer was to buy an entire town from him. The billionaire and part-owner of the Dallas Mavericks purchased Mustang, Texas, in 2021, reportedly for about $2 million. But why would someone like Cuban buy a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/07/39594693/chinese-developers-100b-malaysian-ghost-town-has-a-new-purpose-filming-location-for-reality">ghost town</a> with zero residents? The answer lies in a heartfelt story of friendship.
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In the ever-changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, conducting thorough company analysis is crucial for investors and industry experts. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating NVIDIA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and its primary competitors in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, our aim is to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>NVIDIA Background</h3>
Nvidia is a leading developer of graphics processing units. Traditionally, GPUs were used to enhance the experience on computing platforms, most notably in gaming applications on PCs. GPU use cases have since emerged as important semiconductors used in artificial intelligence. Nvidia not only offers AI GPUs, but also a software platform, Cuda, used for AI model development and training. Nvidia is also expanding its data center networking solutions, helping to tie GPUs together to handle complex workloads.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>NVIDIA Corp</td>
<td>53.18</td>
<td>50.06</td>
<td>29.57</td>
<td>31.13%</td>
<td>$22.86</td>
<td>$26.16</td>
<td>93.61%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Broadcom Inc</td>
<td>171.16</td>
<td>15.24</td>
<td>20.45</td>
<td>-2.77%</td>
<td>$6.39</td>
<td>$8.36</td>
<td>47.27%</td>
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<td>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd</td>
<td>31.60</td>
<td>8.32</td>
<td>12.52</td>
<td>8.36%</td>
<td>$555.05</td>
<td>$439.35</td>
<td>38.95%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Advanced Micro Devices Inc</td>
<td>105.50</td>
<td>3.39</td>
<td>8.02</td>
<td>1.36%</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$3.42</td>
<td>17.57%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Texas Instruments Inc</td>
<td>34.73</td>
<td>9.87</td>
<td>10.92</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
<td>$2.09</td>
<td>$2.47</td>
<td>-8.41%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualcomm Inc</td>
<td>17.10</td>
<td>6.46</td>
<td>4.43</td>
<td>11.46%</td>
<td>$3.21</td>
<td>$5.78</td>
<td>18.69%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM Holdings PLC</td>
<td>218.47</td>
<td>23.10</td>
<td>39.72</td>
<td>1.83%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.81</td>
<td>4.71%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Analog Devices Inc</td>
<td>64.57</td>
<td>2.99</td>
<td>11.20</td>
<td>1.36%</td>
<td>$1.12</td>
<td>$1.42</td>
<td>-10.06%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Micron Technology Inc</td>
<td>25.82</td>
<td>2.15</td>
<td>3.48</td>
<td>4.07%</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$3.35</td>
<td>84.28%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Microchip Technology Inc</td>
<td>38.55</td>
<td>4.75</td>
<td>5.49</td>
<td>1.24%</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>$0.67</td>
<td>-48.37%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monolithic Power Systems Inc</td>
<td>66.88</td>
<td>12.30</td>
<td>14.23</td>
<td>6.35%</td>
<td>$0.17</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>30.59%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>16.25</td>
<td>3.25</td>
<td>3.86</td>
<td>4.75%</td>
<td>$0.63</td>
<td>$0.8</td>
<td>-19.21%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STMicroelectronics NV</td>
<td>10.13</td>
<td>1.26</td>
<td>1.63</td>
<td>1.98%</td>
<td>$0.74</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>-26.63%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASE Technology Holding Co Ltd</td>
<td>19.89</td>
<td>2.28</td>
<td>1.20</td>
<td>3.16%</td>
<td>$28.59</td>
<td>$26.43</td>
<td>3.85%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Solar Inc</td>
<td>15.71</td>
<td>2.57</td>
<td>5.09</td>
<td>4.22%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>10.81%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>United Microelectronics Corp</td>
<td>10.31</td>
<td>1.45</td>
<td>2.31</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>$29.73</td>
<td>$20.43</td>
<td>5.99%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Skyworks Solutions Inc</td>
<td>24.05</td>
<td>2.24</td>
<td>3.43</td>
<td>0.95%</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>$0.43</td>
<td>-15.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc</td>
<td>130.02</td>
<td>8.69</td>
<td>13.64</td>
<td>2.67%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>33.47%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lattice Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>56.72</td>
<td>11.35</td>
<td>14.25</td>
<td>1.03%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>-33.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Universal Display Corp</td>
<td>30.04</td>
<td>4.47</td>
<td>11.07</td>
<td>4.29%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>14.57%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>57.24</td>
<td>6.64</td>
<td>9.84</td>
<td>3.59%</td>
<td>$33.41</td>
<td>$27.16</td>
<td>7.81%</td>
</tr>
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 </style>By closely studying NVIDIA, we can observe the following trends: 
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The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 53.18 is lower than the industry average by 0.93x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
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The elevated Price to Book ratio of 50.06 relative to the industry average by 7.54x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
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The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 29.57, surpassing the industry average by 3.01x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
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The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 31.13%, which is 27.54% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
</li>
<li>
The company has lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $22.86 Billion, which is 0.68x below the industry average. This potentially indicates lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
With lower gross profit of $26.16 Billion, which indicates 0.96x below the industry average, the company may experience lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 93.61% is notably higher compared to the industry average of 7.81%, showcasing exceptional sales performance and strong demand for its products or services.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734966008_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio gauges the extent to which a company has financed its operations through debt relative to equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
In terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, NVIDIA stands in comparison with its top 4 peers, leading to the following comparisons:
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<li>
Among its top 4 peers, NVIDIA has a stronger financial position with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.16.
</li>
<li>
This indicates that the company relies less on debt financing and maintains a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For NVIDIA, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest strong market sentiment and revenue multiples. The high ROE reflects efficient use of shareholder funds, while low EBITDA and gross profit may indicate operational challenges. The high revenue growth signifies strong top-line performance relative to industry peers in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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