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 Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) alongside its primary competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 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.
Apple Background
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.
| Company | P/E | P/B | P/S | ROE | EBITDA (in billions) | Gross Profit (in billions) | Revenue Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Inc | 34.56 | 45.46 | 9.35 | 52.0% | $54.07 | $69.23 | 15.65% |
| Western Digital Corp | 35.36 | 17.84 | 12.88 | 27.66% | $2.11 | $1.38 | 25.24% |
| Seagate Technology Holdings PLC | 60.99 | 263.44 | 11.91 | 299.49% | $0.85 | $1.18 | 21.51% |
| Everpure Inc | 123.64 | 15.54 | 6.37 | 7.04% | $0.15 | $0.74 | 20.35% |
| NetApp Inc | 17.92 | 18.20 | 3.23 | 31.16% | $0.51 | $1.21 | 4.39% |
| Super Micro Computer Inc | 21.03 | 2.47 | 0.66 | 5.93% | $0.55 | $0.8 | 123.36% |
| Logitech International SA | 20.97 | 6.28 | 3.13 | 11.36% | $0.31 | $0.61 | 6.06% |
| Diebold Nixdorf Inc | 34.46 | 2.77 | 0.86 | 4.49% | $0.11 | $0.28 | 11.66% |
| Turtle Beach Corp | 15.08 | 1.77 | 0.74 | 14.73% | $0.02 | $0.05 | -18.69% |
| Immersion Corp | 11.31 | 0.71 | 0.13 | 3.98% | $0.06 | $0.14 | 5.51% |
| Average | 37.86 | 36.56 | 4.43 | 45.09% | $0.52 | $0.71 | 22.15% |
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