Question 1

Do analysts rate MRVL or UMC?

Accepted Answer

Marvell Technology currently has a consensus price target of $270.47, indicating a potential upside of 10.74%. United Microelectronics has a consensus price target of $8.60, indicating a potential downside of 65.08%. Given Marvell Technology's stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, analysts clearly believe Marvell Technology is more favorable than United Microelectronics. Company Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score Marvell Technology 0 Sell rating(s) 7 Hold rating(s) 29 Buy rating(s) 3 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.90 United Microelectronics 3 Sell rating(s) 1 Hold rating(s) 1 Buy rating(s) 1 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.00

Question 2

Is MRVL or UMC a better dividend stock?

Accepted Answer

Marvell Technology pays an annual dividend of $0.24 per share and has a dividend yield of 0.1%. United Microelectronics pays an annual dividend of $0.31 per share and has a dividend yield of 1.3%. Marvell Technology pays out 7.9% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. United Microelectronics pays out 29.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years.

Question 3

Which has higher earnings & valuation, MRVL or UMC?

Accepted Answer

Marvell Technology has higher revenue and earnings than United Microelectronics. United Microelectronics is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Marvell Technology, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks. Company Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio Marvell Technology $9.45B 22.66 $2.67B $3.03 80.61 United Microelectronics $7.57B 8.20 $1.29B $1.07 23.02

Question 4

Do insiders & institutionals have more ownership in MRVL or UMC?

Accepted Answer

83.5% of Marvell Technology shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 5.1% of United Microelectronics shares are held by institutional investors. 0.1% of Marvell Technology shares are held by insiders. Comparatively, 8.0% of United Microelectronics shares are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, large money managers and endowments believe a company is poised for long-term growth.

Question 5

Is MRVL or UMC more profitable?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has a net margin of 33.18% compared to Marvell Technology's net margin of 27.93%. United Microelectronics' return on equity of 21.00% beat Marvell Technology's return on equity. Company Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets Marvell Technology 27.93% 13.57% 8.98% United Microelectronics 33.18% 21.00% 13.87%

Question 6

Which has more risk and volatility, MRVL or UMC?

Accepted Answer

Marvell Technology has a beta of 2.25, suggesting that its share price is 125% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, United Microelectronics has a beta of 1.59, suggesting that its share price is 59% more volatile than the broader market.

Question 7

Does the media prefer MRVL or UMC?

Accepted Answer

In the previous week, Marvell Technology had 71 more articles in the media than United Microelectronics. MarketBeat recorded 78 mentions for Marvell Technology and 7 mentions for United Microelectronics. United Microelectronics' average media sentiment score of 1.54 beat Marvell Technology's score of 0.53 indicating that United Microelectronics is being referred to more favorably in the news media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Marvell Technology 25 Very Positive mention(s) 21 Positive mention(s) 12 Neutral mention(s) 10 Negative mention(s) 1 Very Negative mention(s) Positive United Microelectronics 6 Very Positive mention(s) 0 Positive mention(s) 0 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Very Positive

Question 8

Do analysts recommend UMC or QCOM?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics currently has a consensus price target of $8.60, indicating a potential downside of 65.08%. Qualcomm has a consensus price target of $204.10, indicating a potential upside of 14.85%. Given Qualcomm's stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, analysts plainly believe Qualcomm is more favorable than United Microelectronics. Company Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score United Microelectronics 3 Sell rating(s) 1 Hold rating(s) 1 Buy rating(s) 1 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.00 Qualcomm 3 Sell rating(s) 21 Hold rating(s) 12 Buy rating(s) 2 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.34

Question 9

Is UMC or QCOM a better dividend stock?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics pays an annual dividend of $0.31 per share and has a dividend yield of 1.3%. Qualcomm pays an annual dividend of $3.68 per share and has a dividend yield of 2.1%. United Microelectronics pays out 29.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Qualcomm pays out 42.6% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years. Qualcomm has raised its dividend for 23 consecutive years. Qualcomm is clearly the better dividend stock, given its higher yield and longer track record of dividend growth.

Question 10

Which has better earnings and valuation, UMC or QCOM?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm has higher revenue and earnings than United Microelectronics. Qualcomm is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than United Microelectronics, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks. Company Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio United Microelectronics $7.57B 8.20 $1.29B $1.07 23.02 Qualcomm $44.28B 4.21 $5.54B $8.64 20.57

Question 11

Do institutionals and insiders believe in UMC or QCOM?

Accepted Answer

5.1% of United Microelectronics shares are owned by institutional investors. Comparatively, 74.4% of Qualcomm shares are owned by institutional investors. 8.0% of United Microelectronics shares are owned by company insiders. Comparatively, 0.1% of Qualcomm shares are owned by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, hedge funds and large money managers believe a company will outperform the market over the long term.

Question 12

Is UMC or QCOM more profitable?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has a net margin of 33.18% compared to Qualcomm's net margin of 21.01%. Qualcomm's return on equity of 38.36% beat United Microelectronics' return on equity. Company Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets United Microelectronics 33.18% 21.00% 13.87% Qualcomm 21.01% 38.36% 17.48%

Question 13

Which has more volatility and risk, UMC or QCOM?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has a beta of 1.59, indicating that its stock price is 59% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Qualcomm has a beta of 1.68, indicating that its stock price is 68% more volatile than the broader market.

Question 14

Does the media refer more to UMC or QCOM?

Accepted Answer

In the previous week, Qualcomm had 37 more articles in the media than United Microelectronics. MarketBeat recorded 44 mentions for Qualcomm and 7 mentions for United Microelectronics. United Microelectronics' average media sentiment score of 1.54 beat Qualcomm's score of 0.61 indicating that United Microelectronics is being referred to more favorably in the media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment United Microelectronics 6 Very Positive mention(s) 0 Positive mention(s) 0 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Very Positive Qualcomm 16 Very Positive mention(s) 7 Positive mention(s) 17 Neutral mention(s) 2 Negative mention(s) 1 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

Question 15

Do analysts recommend ADI or UMC?

Accepted Answer

Analog Devices currently has a consensus price target of $457.97, indicating a potential upside of 21.89%. United Microelectronics has a consensus price target of $8.60, indicating a potential downside of 65.08%. Given Analog Devices' stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, equities analysts plainly believe Analog Devices is more favorable than United Microelectronics. Company Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score Analog Devices 0 Sell rating(s) 2 Hold rating(s) 26 Buy rating(s) 2 Strong Buy rating(s) 3.00 United Microelectronics 3 Sell rating(s) 1 Hold rating(s) 1 Buy rating(s) 1 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.00

Question 16

Is ADI or UMC a better dividend stock?

Accepted Answer

Analog Devices pays an annual dividend of $4.40 per share and has a dividend yield of 1.2%. United Microelectronics pays an annual dividend of $0.31 per share and has a dividend yield of 1.3%. Analog Devices pays out 52.2% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. United Microelectronics pays out 29.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years. Analog Devices has increased its dividend for 23 consecutive years. United Microelectronics is clearly the better dividend stock, given its higher yield and lower payout ratio.

Question 17

Which has preferable earnings and valuation, ADI or UMC?

Accepted Answer

Analog Devices has higher revenue and earnings than United Microelectronics. United Microelectronics is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Analog Devices, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks. Company Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio Analog Devices $11.02B 16.52 $2.27B $8.43 44.57 United Microelectronics $7.57B 8.20 $1.29B $1.07 23.02

Question 18

Do insiders and institutionals have more ownership in ADI or UMC?

Accepted Answer

86.8% of Analog Devices shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 5.1% of United Microelectronics shares are held by institutional investors. 0.4% of Analog Devices shares are held by company insiders. Comparatively, 8.0% of United Microelectronics shares are held by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, hedge funds and large money managers believe a stock will outperform the market over the long term.

Question 19

Is ADI or UMC more profitable?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has a net margin of 33.18% compared to Analog Devices' net margin of 29.79%. United Microelectronics' return on equity of 21.00% beat Analog Devices' return on equity. Company Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets Analog Devices 29.79% 16.39% 11.49% United Microelectronics 33.18% 21.00% 13.87%

Question 20

Which has more risk & volatility, ADI or UMC?

Accepted Answer

Analog Devices has a beta of 1.2, indicating that its share price is 20% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, United Microelectronics has a beta of 1.59, indicating that its share price is 59% more volatile than the broader market.

Question 21

Does the media prefer ADI or UMC?

Accepted Answer

In the previous week, Analog Devices had 3 more articles in the media than United Microelectronics. MarketBeat recorded 10 mentions for Analog Devices and 7 mentions for United Microelectronics. United Microelectronics' average media sentiment score of 1.54 beat Analog Devices' score of 0.58 indicating that United Microelectronics is being referred to more favorably in the news media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Analog Devices 5 Very Positive mention(s) 1 Positive mention(s) 3 Neutral mention(s) 1 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive United Microelectronics 6 Very Positive mention(s) 0 Positive mention(s) 0 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Very Positive

Question 22

Do analysts recommend ASX or UMC?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has a consensus target price of $8.60, suggesting a potential downside of 65.08%. Given United Microelectronics' higher probable upside, analysts clearly believe United Microelectronics is more favorable than ASE Technology. Company Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score ASE Technology 0 Sell rating(s) 1 Hold rating(s) 2 Buy rating(s) 0 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.67 United Microelectronics 3 Sell rating(s) 1 Hold rating(s) 1 Buy rating(s) 1 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.00

Question 23

Is ASX or UMC a better dividend stock?

Accepted Answer

ASE Technology pays an annual dividend of $0.30 per share and has a dividend yield of 0.7%. United Microelectronics pays an annual dividend of $0.31 per share and has a dividend yield of 1.3%. ASE Technology pays out 34.9% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. United Microelectronics pays out 29.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years. United Microelectronics is clearly the better dividend stock, given its higher yield and lower payout ratio.

Question 24

Which has preferable valuation and earnings, ASX or UMC?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has lower revenue, but higher earnings than ASE Technology. United Microelectronics is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than ASE Technology, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks. Company Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio ASE Technology $20.73B 4.48 $1.28B $0.86 48.36 United Microelectronics $7.57B 8.20 $1.29B $1.07 23.02

Question 25

Do institutionals & insiders hold more shares of ASX or UMC?

Accepted Answer

6.8% of ASE Technology shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 5.1% of United Microelectronics shares are held by institutional investors. 22.9% of ASE Technology shares are held by insiders. Comparatively, 8.0% of United Microelectronics shares are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, endowments and large money managers believe a stock is poised for long-term growth.

Question 26

Is ASX or UMC more profitable?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has a net margin of 33.18% compared to ASE Technology's net margin of 8.52%. United Microelectronics' return on equity of 21.00% beat ASE Technology's return on equity. Company Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets ASE Technology 8.52% 16.12% 6.47% United Microelectronics 33.18% 21.00% 13.87%

Question 27

Which has more volatility and risk, ASX or UMC?

Accepted Answer

ASE Technology has a beta of 1.71, indicating that its stock price is 71% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, United Microelectronics has a beta of 1.59, indicating that its stock price is 59% more volatile than the broader market.

Question 28

Does the media refer more to ASX or UMC?

Accepted Answer

In the previous week, ASE Technology had 2 more articles in the media than United Microelectronics. MarketBeat recorded 9 mentions for ASE Technology and 7 mentions for United Microelectronics. United Microelectronics' average media sentiment score of 1.54 beat ASE Technology's score of 0.56 indicating that United Microelectronics is being referred to more favorably in the news media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment ASE Technology 3 Very Positive mention(s) 1 Positive mention(s) 3 Neutral mention(s) 1 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive United Microelectronics 6 Very Positive mention(s) 0 Positive mention(s) 0 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Very Positive

Question 29

Do analysts prefer UMC or MPWR?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics currently has a consensus price target of $8.60, indicating a potential downside of 65.08%. Monolithic Power Systems has a consensus price target of $1,731.42, indicating a potential upside of 42.18%. Given Monolithic Power Systems' stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, analysts clearly believe Monolithic Power Systems is more favorable than United Microelectronics. Company Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score United Microelectronics 3 Sell rating(s) 1 Hold rating(s) 1 Buy rating(s) 1 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.00 Monolithic Power Systems 0 Sell rating(s) 2 Hold rating(s) 12 Buy rating(s) 1 Strong Buy rating(s) 2.93

Question 30

Is UMC or MPWR a better dividend stock?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics pays an annual dividend of $0.31 per share and has a dividend yield of 1.3%. Monolithic Power Systems pays an annual dividend of $8.00 per share and has a dividend yield of 0.7%. United Microelectronics pays out 29.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Monolithic Power Systems pays out 49.0% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years. Monolithic Power Systems has increased its dividend for 8 consecutive years. United Microelectronics is clearly the better dividend stock, given its higher yield and lower payout ratio.

Question 31

Which has higher valuation and earnings, UMC or MPWR?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has higher revenue and earnings than Monolithic Power Systems. United Microelectronics is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Monolithic Power Systems, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks. Company Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio United Microelectronics $7.57B 8.20 $1.29B $1.07 23.02 Monolithic Power Systems $2.79B 21.45 $621.48M $16.31 74.67

Question 32

Do institutionals and insiders believe in UMC or MPWR?

Accepted Answer

5.1% of United Microelectronics shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 93.5% of Monolithic Power Systems shares are held by institutional investors. 8.0% of United Microelectronics shares are held by company insiders. Comparatively, 3.6% of Monolithic Power Systems shares are held by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, hedge funds and large money managers believe a company will outperform the market over the long term.

Question 33

Is UMC or MPWR more profitable?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has a net margin of 33.18% compared to Monolithic Power Systems' net margin of 24.41%. Monolithic Power Systems' return on equity of 22.31% beat United Microelectronics' return on equity. Company Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets United Microelectronics 33.18% 21.00% 13.87% Monolithic Power Systems 24.41% 22.31% 18.67%

Question 34

Which has more volatility and risk, UMC or MPWR?

Accepted Answer

United Microelectronics has a beta of 1.59, suggesting that its stock price is 59% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Monolithic Power Systems has a beta of 1.66, suggesting that its stock price is 66% more volatile than the broader market.

Question 35

Does the media favor UMC or MPWR?

Accepted Answer

In the previous week, Monolithic Power Systems had 4 more articles in the media than United Microelectronics. MarketBeat recorded 11 mentions for Monolithic Power Systems and 7 mentions for United Microelectronics. United Microelectronics' average media sentiment score of 1.54 beat Monolithic Power Systems' score of 0.78 indicating that United Microelectronics is being referred to more favorably in the media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment United Microelectronics 6 Very Positive mention(s) 0 Positive mention(s) 0 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Very Positive Monolithic Power Systems 2 Very Positive mention(s) 6 Positive mention(s) 3 Neutral mention(s) 0 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

Metric	United Microelectronics	Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry	Technology Sector	NYSE Exchange
Market Cap	$61.96B	$112.06B	$30.30B	$23.09B
Dividend Yield	1.25%	1.65%	2.75%	3.61%
P/E Ratio	23.02	80.15	77.41	28.21
Price / Sales	8.20	74.50	585.10	20.23
Price / Cash	19.55	62.32	48.17	36.36
Price / Book	5.32	10.30	7.82	4.67
Net Income	$1.29B	$2.05B	$702.35M	$1.07B
7 Day Performance	9.03%	-0.70%	-0.52%	-1.64%
1 Month Performance	37.06%	-1.31%	-2.28%	-3.60%
1 Year Performance	244.48%	77.06%	176.56%	8.41%

Company	MarketRank	Share Price	Analysts' Price Target	1Y Price Performance	Market Cap	Revenue	P/E Ratio	Employee Count	Indicator(s)
UMC United Microelectronics	3.2699 of 5 stars	$24.63 +0.7%	$8.60 -65.1%	+244.5%	$61.96B	$7.57B	23.02	19,097	Positive News Options Volume High Trading Volume
MRVL Marvell Technology	3.8855 of 5 stars	$218.82 -7.3%	$270.47 +23.6%	+228.9%	$207.04B	$8.19B	72.22	7,480	Trending News Analyst Downgrade Insider Trade Analyst Revision
QCOM Qualcomm	4.2106 of 5 stars	$180.15 -1.0%	$204.10 +13.3%	+6.5%	$191.11B	$44.28B	20.85	52,000	Trending News Analyst Downgrade
ADI Analog Devices	4.9564 of 5 stars	$361.02 -4.7%	$457.97 +26.9%	+53.1%	$183.54B	$11.02B	42.83	24,500
ASX ASE Technology	2.908 of 5 stars	$37.20 -5.7%	N/A	+263.9%	$88.23B	$20.73B	43.26	105,947	News Coverage Analyst Downgrade Options Volume

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How does United Microelectronics compare to Marvell Technology?

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Do insiders & institutionals have more ownership in MRVL or UMC?

Is MRVL or UMC more profitable?

Does the media prefer MRVL or UMC?

Which has higher earnings & valuation, MRVL or UMC?

Which has more risk and volatility, MRVL or UMC?

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Which has better earnings and valuation, UMC or QCOM?

Do analysts recommend UMC or QCOM?

Is UMC or QCOM more profitable?

Do institutionals and insiders believe in UMC or QCOM?

Does the media refer more to UMC or QCOM?

Which has more volatility and risk, UMC or QCOM?

Is UMC or QCOM a better dividend stock?

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Is ADI or UMC more profitable?

Does the media prefer ADI or UMC?

Do insiders and institutionals have more ownership in ADI or UMC?

Is ADI or UMC a better dividend stock?

Which has preferable earnings and valuation, ADI or UMC?

Do analysts recommend ADI or UMC?

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Do analysts recommend ASX or UMC?

Is ASX or UMC a better dividend stock?

Which has preferable valuation and earnings, ASX or UMC?

Which has more volatility and risk, ASX or UMC?

Does the media refer more to ASX or UMC?

Is ASX or UMC more profitable?

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Is UMC or MPWR more profitable?

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Do analysts prefer UMC or MPWR?

Do institutionals and insiders believe in UMC or MPWR?

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