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Adobe Inc.

ADBE - NMS
Technology
Services-prepackaged Software
Country
USA
Market Cap
$194.8B
Dividend Yield
N/A
Beta
1.37 (High)
Trading Volume
451.5K (Low)
Momentum
Very Weak Weak Very Strong
Value vs. Growth
Deep Value Growth Rapid Growth
Quality
Poor Good Excellent
Size
Micro Large Mega Cap

Adobe Inc. is an American multinational computer software company. Incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in San Jose, California, it has historically specialized in software for the creation and publication of a wide range of content, including graphics, photography, illustration, animation, multimedia, motion pictures and print. The company has expanded into digital marketing management software. Adobe has millions of users worldwide. Flagship products include: Photoshop image editing software, Adobe Illustrator vector-based illustration software, Adobe Acrobat Reader and the Portable Document Format (PDF), plus a host of tools primarily for audio-visual content creation, editing and publishing.

Valuation
Financials
Momentum
Analyst Ratings
Trailing P/E
35.71
Forward P/E
21.64
PEG Ratio
1.55
Price/Book
13.59
EV/EBITDA
23.86
EV/Revenue
8.83

Income Statement

Revenue (TTM)
$21.5B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$19.1B
EBITDA
$8.4B

Financial Ratios

Profit Margin
26%
Operating Margin (TTM)
36%
Gross Profit Margin
89%
EBITDA Margin
39%
ROE (TTM)
36%
ROA (TTM)
16%

Growth

Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY)
11%
Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY)
18%
52-Week Range
$403.75
$448.00
$587.75
50-Day Moving Average
$439.92
Price vs. 50-Day MA
1.84%
200-Day Moving Average
$499.49
Price vs. 200-Day MA
-10.31%
Analyst Ratings Distribution
1
1
11
18
9
Strong Sell Strong Buy
Median Price Target
$565.48
Price to Target
79%

Salesforce, Inc.

CRM - NYQ
View CRM's Comps
A+
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Technology
Services-prepackaged Software
Market Cap: $275.5B
Volume: 1.6M (Moderate)
Beta: 1.35 (High)
Dividend Yield: 1%
Weak Momentum
Fair Value
Good Quality
Mega Cap

Salesforce.com, Inc. is an American cloud-based software company headquartered in San Francisco, California. It provides customer relationship management (CRM) service and also provides a complementary suite of enterprise applications focused on customer service, marketing automation, analytics, and application development.

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Momentum
Ratings

Salesforce.com, Inc. is a leader in customer relationship management software and offers various cloud-based solutions. Its emphasis on digital marketing and customer engagement aligns closely with Adobe's offerings in digital marketing software.

correlation
B+

correlation

Measures how closely the two stocks' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 33%

R-squared: 11%

This indicates a weak positive relationship between the price movements of these stocks.

network
A+

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 6
  • ADBE in CRM's comparables: Yes
  • CRM in ADBE's comparables: Yes

A high score suggests the companies are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

financials
A

financials

Compares key financial metrics to assess operational similarity and financial health.

  • Revenue Growth: 11% vs 8%
  • Profit Margin: 26% vs 16%
  • ROE: 36% vs 10%
  • Operating Margin: 36% vs 21%
  • Revenue (TTM): $21.5B vs $37.9B

A high score indicates similar financial performance, efficiency, and growth trajectories, suggesting comparable business models and market positions.

size
A+

size

Evaluates similarity in market capitalization, which can indicate comparable market influence, investor interest, and resource availability.

Market Cap: $194.8B vs $275.5B

Size Category: Large Cap vs Mega Cap

A high score suggests the companies are in the same size category, facing similar challenges and opportunities in terms of market presence and financial flexibility.

valuation
A+

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the stocks are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 36.25 vs 45.34
  • P/B Ratio: 13.59 vs 4.59
  • EV/EBITDA: 23.86 vs 24.93
  • Forward P/E: 21.64 vs 26.32
  • PEG Ratio: 1.55 vs 1.62

A high score indicates that the market values these companies similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

sector
A+

sector

Compares the sector and industry classification of both companies, allowing for partial matches.

  • Sector: TECHNOLOGY vs TECHNOLOGY
  • Industry: SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE vs SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE

A high score indicates that the companies operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends. Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons.

analyst ratings
A+

analyst ratings

Compares the consensus of analyst opinions on both stocks.

  • ADBE Rating: Buy
  • CRM Rating: Buy

A high score suggests that analysts view both stocks similarly in terms of their future prospects and investment potential.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the companies based on country, currency, exchange, and address.

  • ADBE Country: USA
  • CRM Country: USA
  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: NMS vs NYQ

A high score indicates that both companies operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

volatility
A+

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • ADBE Beta: 1.37 (High)
  • CRM Beta: 1.35 (High)

A high score suggests both stocks have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

business similarity
A+

business similarity

Assesses the similarity of the companies' business models, products, and services.

This score is based on an analysis of the companies' business descriptions, major products, and revenue streams.

A high score indicates that the companies have similar core businesses, target markets, and revenue generation strategies.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • ADBE Price vs 200-day MA: 89.69%
  • CRM Price vs 200-day MA: 99.32%

A high score indicates both stocks are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

Select Mutual Comparables:

Trailing P/E
46.05
Forward P/E
26.32
PEG Ratio
1.62
Price/Book
4.59
EV/EBITDA
24.93
EV/Revenue
7.33

Income Statement

Revenue (TTM)
$37.9B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$29.3B
EBITDA
$11.1B

Financial Ratios

Profit Margin
16%
Operating Margin (TTM)
21%
Gross Profit Margin
N/A
EBITDA Margin
N/A
ROE (TTM)
10%
ROA (TTM)
5%

Growth

Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY)
8%
Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY)
19%
52-Week Range
$211.10
$287.92
$368.58
50-Day Moving Average
$327.99
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-12.22%
200-Day Moving Average
$289.88
Price vs. 200-Day MA
-0.68%
Analyst Ratings Distribution
1
0
11
26
12
Strong Sell Strong Buy
Median Price Target
$380.34
Price to Target
76%

Oracle Corporation

ORCL - NYQ
View ORCL's Comps
A+
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Technology
Services-prepackaged Software
Market Cap: $464.5B
Volume: 8.1M (Moderate)
Beta: 1.05 (Average)
Dividend Yield: 1%
Neutral Momentum
Growth
Good Quality
Mega Cap

Oracle is an American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas. The company was formerly headquartered in Redwood Shores, California until December 2020 when it moved its headquarters to Texas. The company sells database software and technology, cloud engineered systems, and enterprise software products, particularly its own brands of database management systems.

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Oracle Corporation specializes in database software and cloud solutions, competing in the enterprise software space. Its focus on business applications and cloud services provides a relevant comparison to Adobe's digital marketing management software.

correlation
B

correlation

Measures how closely the two stocks' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 29%

R-squared: 8%

This indicates a negligible relationship between the price movements of these stocks.

network
A+

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 6
  • ADBE in ORCL's comparables: Yes
  • ORCL in ADBE's comparables: Yes

A high score suggests the companies are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

financials
A-

financials

Compares key financial metrics to assess operational similarity and financial health.

  • Revenue Growth: 11% vs 9%
  • Profit Margin: 26% vs 21%
  • ROE: 36% vs 125%
  • Operating Margin: 36% vs 31%
  • Revenue (TTM): $21.5B vs $54.9B

A high score indicates similar financial performance, efficiency, and growth trajectories, suggesting comparable business models and market positions.

size
A+

size

Evaluates similarity in market capitalization, which can indicate comparable market influence, investor interest, and resource availability.

Market Cap: $194.8B vs $464.5B

Size Category: Large Cap vs Mega Cap

A high score suggests the companies are in the same size category, facing similar challenges and opportunities in terms of market presence and financial flexibility.

valuation
A+

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the stocks are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 36.25 vs 40.60
  • P/B Ratio: 13.59 vs 33.79
  • EV/EBITDA: 23.86 vs 23.86
  • Forward P/E: 21.64 vs 23.70
  • PEG Ratio: 1.55 vs 1.81

A high score indicates that the market values these companies similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

sector
A+

sector

Compares the sector and industry classification of both companies, allowing for partial matches.

  • Sector: TECHNOLOGY vs TECHNOLOGY
  • Industry: SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE vs SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE

A high score indicates that the companies operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends. Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons.

analyst ratings
A+

analyst ratings

Compares the consensus of analyst opinions on both stocks.

  • ADBE Rating: Buy
  • ORCL Rating: Buy

A high score suggests that analysts view both stocks similarly in terms of their future prospects and investment potential.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the companies based on country, currency, exchange, and address.

  • ADBE Country: USA
  • ORCL Country: USA
  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: NMS vs NYQ

A high score indicates that both companies operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

volatility
A+

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • ADBE Beta: 1.37 (High)
  • ORCL Beta: 1.05 (Average)

A high score suggests both stocks have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

business similarity
A+

business similarity

Assesses the similarity of the companies' business models, products, and services.

This score is based on an analysis of the companies' business descriptions, major products, and revenue streams.

A high score indicates that the companies have similar core businesses, target markets, and revenue generation strategies.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • ADBE Price vs 200-day MA: 89.69%
  • ORCL Price vs 200-day MA: 105.47%

A high score indicates both stocks are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

Select Mutual Comparables:

Trailing P/E
40.60
Forward P/E
23.70
PEG Ratio
1.81
Price/Book
33.79
EV/EBITDA
23.86
EV/Revenue
9.86

Income Statement

Revenue (TTM)
$54.9B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$39.1B
EBITDA
$22.3B

Financial Ratios

Profit Margin
21%
Operating Margin (TTM)
31%
Gross Profit Margin
N/A
EBITDA Margin
N/A
ROE (TTM)
125%
ROA (TTM)
8%

Growth

Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY)
9%
Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY)
24%
52-Week Range
$109.17
$166.06
$197.80
50-Day Moving Average
$169.12
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-1.81%
200-Day Moving Average
$157.45
Price vs. 200-Day MA
5.47%
Analyst Ratings Distribution
0
1
13
17
5
Strong Sell Strong Buy
Median Price Target
$194.82
Price to Target
85%

Shopify Inc.

SHOP - NYQ
View SHOP's Comps
A
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Technology
Services-prepackaged Software
Market Cap: $137.3B
Volume: 7.8M (Moderate)
Beta: 2.37 (Very High)
Dividend Yield: N/A
Strong Momentum
Growth
Good Quality
Large Cap

Shopify Inc., a commerce company, offers a commerce and service platform in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Latin America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.

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Shopify Inc. is a platform that enables businesses to create online stores, emphasizing e-commerce solutions. Its focus on digital content and marketing tools makes it comparable to Adobe's suite of creative and marketing software.

correlation
B+

correlation

Measures how closely the two stocks' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 39%

R-squared: 15%

This indicates a weak positive relationship between the price movements of these stocks.

network
A+

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 2
  • ADBE in SHOP's comparables: No
  • SHOP in ADBE's comparables: Yes

A high score suggests the companies are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

financials
B+

financials

Compares key financial metrics to assess operational similarity and financial health.

  • Revenue Growth: 11% vs 21%
  • Profit Margin: 26% vs 16%
  • ROE: 36% vs 15%
  • Operating Margin: 36% vs 14%
  • Revenue (TTM): $21.5B vs $7.8B

A high score indicates similar financial performance, efficiency, and growth trajectories, suggesting comparable business models and market positions.

size
A+

size

Evaluates similarity in market capitalization, which can indicate comparable market influence, investor interest, and resource availability.

Market Cap: $194.8B vs $137.3B

Size Category: Large Cap vs Large Cap

A high score suggests the companies are in the same size category, facing similar challenges and opportunities in terms of market presence and financial flexibility.

valuation
B-

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the stocks are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 36.25 vs 68.48
  • P/B Ratio: 13.59 vs 11.94
  • EV/EBITDA: 23.86 vs 120.80
  • Forward P/E: 21.64 vs 70.42
  • PEG Ratio: 1.55 vs 1.12

A high score indicates that the market values these companies similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

sector
A+

sector

Compares the sector and industry classification of both companies, allowing for partial matches.

  • Sector: TECHNOLOGY vs TECHNOLOGY
  • Industry: SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE vs SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE

A high score indicates that the companies operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends. Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons.

analyst ratings
A+

analyst ratings

Compares the consensus of analyst opinions on both stocks.

  • ADBE Rating: Buy
  • SHOP Rating: Buy

A high score suggests that analysts view both stocks similarly in terms of their future prospects and investment potential.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the companies based on country, currency, exchange, and address.

  • ADBE Country: USA
  • SHOP Country: USA
  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: NMS vs NYQ

A high score indicates that both companies operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

volatility
A-

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • ADBE Beta: 1.37 (High)
  • SHOP Beta: 2.37 (Very High)

A high score suggests both stocks have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

business similarity
A+

business similarity

Assesses the similarity of the companies' business models, products, and services.

This score is based on an analysis of the companies' business descriptions, major products, and revenue streams.

A high score indicates that the companies have similar core businesses, target markets, and revenue generation strategies.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • ADBE Price vs 200-day MA: 89.69%
  • SHOP Price vs 200-day MA: 123.39%

A high score indicates both stocks are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

Select Mutual Comparables:

Trailing P/E
110.02
Forward P/E
70.42
PEG Ratio
1.12
Price/Book
11.94
EV/EBITDA
120.80
EV/Revenue
15.11

Income Statement

Revenue (TTM)
$7.8B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$2.8B
EBITDA
$991.0M

Financial Ratios

Profit Margin
16%
Operating Margin (TTM)
14%
Gross Profit Margin
N/A
EBITDA Margin
N/A
ROE (TTM)
15%
ROA (TTM)
6%

Growth

Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY)
21%
Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY)
486%
52-Week Range
$48.56
$106.15
$129.38
50-Day Moving Average
$112.44
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-5.59%
200-Day Moving Average
$86.03
Price vs. 200-Day MA
23.39%
Analyst Ratings Distribution
1
1
15
23
11
Strong Sell Strong Buy
Median Price Target
$108.27
Price to Target
98%

Microsoft Corporation

MSFT - NMS
View MSFT's Comps
A
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Technology
Services-prepackaged Software
Market Cap: $2,951.1B
Volume: 32.8M (High)
Beta: 0.90 (Average)
Dividend Yield: 1%
Weak Momentum
Growth
Excellent Quality
Mega Cap

Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.

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Microsoft Corporation is a leading technology company that, like Adobe, offers a suite of software products and cloud services, making it a strong comparable in the software industry. Its focus on productivity and creative solutions aligns well with Adobe's offerings.

correlation
B

correlation

Measures how closely the two stocks' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 24%

R-squared: 6%

This indicates a negligible relationship between the price movements of these stocks.

network
A+

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 6
  • ADBE in MSFT's comparables: No
  • MSFT in ADBE's comparables: Yes

A high score suggests the companies are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

financials
A-

financials

Compares key financial metrics to assess operational similarity and financial health.

  • Revenue Growth: 11% vs 12%
  • Profit Margin: 26% vs 35%
  • ROE: 36% vs 34%
  • Operating Margin: 36% vs 46%
  • Revenue (TTM): $21.5B vs $261.8B

A high score indicates similar financial performance, efficiency, and growth trajectories, suggesting comparable business models and market positions.

size
B

size

Evaluates similarity in market capitalization, which can indicate comparable market influence, investor interest, and resource availability.

Market Cap: $194.8B vs $2,951.1B

Size Category: Large Cap vs Mega Cap

A high score suggests the companies are in the same size category, facing similar challenges and opportunities in terms of market presence and financial flexibility.

valuation
A+

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the stocks are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 36.25 vs 31.94
  • P/B Ratio: 13.59 vs 9.75
  • EV/EBITDA: 23.86 vs 20.59
  • Forward P/E: 21.64 vs 30.21
  • PEG Ratio: 1.55 vs 2.07

A high score indicates that the market values these companies similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

sector
A+

sector

Compares the sector and industry classification of both companies, allowing for partial matches.

  • Sector: TECHNOLOGY vs TECHNOLOGY
  • Industry: SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE vs SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE

A high score indicates that the companies operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends. Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons.

analyst ratings
A+

analyst ratings

Compares the consensus of analyst opinions on both stocks.

  • ADBE Rating: Buy
  • MSFT Rating: Buy

A high score suggests that analysts view both stocks similarly in terms of their future prospects and investment potential.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the companies based on country, currency, exchange, and address.

  • ADBE Country: USA
  • MSFT Country: USA
  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: NMS vs NMS

A high score indicates that both companies operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

volatility
A

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • ADBE Beta: 1.37 (High)
  • MSFT Beta: 0.90 (Average)

A high score suggests both stocks have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

business similarity
A+

business similarity

Assesses the similarity of the companies' business models, products, and services.

This score is based on an analysis of the companies' business descriptions, major products, and revenue streams.

A high score indicates that the companies have similar core businesses, target markets, and revenue generation strategies.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • ADBE Price vs 200-day MA: 89.69%
  • MSFT Price vs 200-day MA: 93.19%

A high score indicates both stocks are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

Select Mutual Comparables:

Trailing P/E
31.94
Forward P/E
30.21
PEG Ratio
2.07
Price/Book
9.75
EV/EBITDA
20.59
EV/Revenue
11.24

Income Statement

Revenue (TTM)
$261.8B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$181.7B
EBITDA
$142.0B

Financial Ratios

Profit Margin
35%
Operating Margin (TTM)
46%
Gross Profit Margin
N/A
EBITDA Margin
N/A
ROE (TTM)
34%
ROA (TTM)
15%

Growth

Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY)
12%
Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY)
10%
52-Week Range
$383.35
$396.98
$465.64
50-Day Moving Average
$422.57
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-6.06%
200-Day Moving Average
$425.97
Price vs. 200-Day MA
-6.81%
Analyst Ratings Distribution
0
0
5
40
13
Strong Sell Strong Buy
Median Price Target
$508.05
Price to Target
78%

Apple Inc.

AAPL - NMS
View AAPL's Comps
A-
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Technology
Electronic Computers
Market Cap: $3,626.3B
Volume: 56.8M (Very High)
Beta: 1.20 (Average)
Dividend Yield: 0%
Neutral Momentum
Growth
Good Quality
Mega Cap

Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.

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Apple Inc. is another major player in the technology sector that provides software and services alongside its hardware products. Its strong ecosystem of creative and productivity tools parallels Adobe's software solutions.

correlation
C+

correlation

Measures how closely the two stocks' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 11%

R-squared: 1%

This indicates a negligible relationship between the price movements of these stocks.

network
A+

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 4
  • AAPL in ADBE's comparables: Yes
  • ADBE in AAPL's comparables: No

A high score suggests the companies are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

financials
B+

financials

Compares key financial metrics to assess operational similarity and financial health.

  • Revenue Growth: 4% vs 11%
  • Profit Margin: 24% vs 26%
  • ROE: 137% vs 36%
  • Operating Margin: 35% vs 36%
  • Revenue (TTM): $395.8B vs $21.5B

A high score indicates similar financial performance, efficiency, and growth trajectories, suggesting comparable business models and market positions.

size
B-

size

Evaluates similarity in market capitalization, which can indicate comparable market influence, investor interest, and resource availability.

Market Cap: $3,626.3B vs $194.8B

Size Category: Mega Cap vs Large Cap

A high score suggests the companies are in the same size category, facing similar challenges and opportunities in terms of market presence and financial flexibility.

valuation
A

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the stocks are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 38.26 vs 36.25
  • P/B Ratio: 54.42 vs 13.59
  • EV/EBITDA: 26.76 vs 23.86
  • Forward P/E: 32.89 vs 21.64
  • PEG Ratio: 2.24 vs 1.55

A high score indicates that the market values these companies similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

sector
A+

sector

Compares the sector and industry classification of both companies, allowing for partial matches.

  • Sector: TECHNOLOGY vs TECHNOLOGY
  • Industry: ELECTRONIC COMPUTERS vs SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE

A high score indicates that the companies operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends. Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons.

analyst ratings
A+

analyst ratings

Compares the consensus of analyst opinions on both stocks.

  • AAPL Rating: Buy
  • ADBE Rating: Buy

A high score suggests that analysts view both stocks similarly in terms of their future prospects and investment potential.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the companies based on country, currency, exchange, and address.

  • AAPL Country: USA
  • ADBE Country: USA
  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: NMS vs NMS

A high score indicates that both companies operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

volatility
A+

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • AAPL Beta: 1.20 (Average)
  • ADBE Beta: 1.37 (High)

A high score suggests both stocks have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

business similarity
A

business similarity

Assesses the similarity of the companies' business models, products, and services.

This score is based on an analysis of the companies' business descriptions, major products, and revenue streams.

A high score indicates that the companies have similar core businesses, target markets, and revenue generation strategies.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • AAPL Price vs 200-day MA: 106.87%
  • ADBE Price vs 200-day MA: 89.69%

A high score indicates both stocks are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

Select Mutual Comparables:

Trailing P/E
38.26
Forward P/E
32.89
PEG Ratio
2.24
Price/Book
54.42
EV/EBITDA
26.76
EV/Revenue
9.29

Income Statement

Revenue (TTM)
$395.8B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$184.1B
EBITDA
$137.4B

Financial Ratios

Profit Margin
24%
Operating Margin (TTM)
35%
Gross Profit Margin
N/A
EBITDA Margin
N/A
ROE (TTM)
137%
ROA (TTM)
23%

Growth

Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY)
4%
Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY)
10%
52-Week Range
$163.31
$241.40
$259.81
50-Day Moving Average
$240.22
Price vs. 50-Day MA
0.49%
200-Day Moving Average
$225.88
Price vs. 200-Day MA
6.87%
Analyst Ratings Distribution
2
2
13
21
8
Strong Sell Strong Buy
Median Price Target
$252.23
Price to Target
96%
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