NVEC vs. AOSL: Which Small-Cap Chip Stock Is the Better Buy?

In the semiconductor space, NVE Corporation (NVEC) and Alpha and Omega Semiconductor (AOSL) represent two very different ends of the small-cap chip spectrum. Over the past year, NVEC shares have gained 6.2%, clearly outperforming AOSL’s decline of roughly 17%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research But does NVEC’s relative outperformance automatically make it the better investment? A closer look at fundamentals, business models, balance-sheet strength and valuation suggests the answer is more nuanced.Price ...