Better Semiconductor Equipment Stock: Applied Materials vs. Lam Research

Applied Materials and Lam Research, both semiconductor equipment manufacturers, have experienced significant growth driven by AI chip demand. Despite recent pullbacks of 27-33% from 52-week highs, both companies show strong fundamentals with expected revenue growth of 51-52% and EPS growth of 71-85% in upcoming quarters. With nearly identical valuations and growth prospects, both stocks present attractive buying opportunities as semiconductor equipment spending is projected to reach $229.5 billion by 2028.