CPRT vs. MPWR

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

CPRT (Copart, Inc.) and MPWR (Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.) are both stocks. CPRT operates in Specialty Business Services (Industrials), while MPWR operates in Semiconductors (Technology). Over the past 10 years, CPRT returned 17.57%/yr vs 37.94%/yr for MPWR. At a 0.39 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

CPRT vs. MPWR - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Copart, Inc. (CPRT) and Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPWR). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, CPRT achieves a -21.46% return, which is significantly lower than MPWR's 74.38% return. Over the past 10 years, CPRT has underperformed MPWR with an annualized return of 17.57%, while MPWR has yielded a comparatively higher 37.94% annualized return.

CPRT

• 1D: -1.00%
• 1M: -6.65%
• YTD: -21.46%
• 6M: -20.48%
• 1Y: -38.49%
• 3Y*: -10.83%
• 5Y*: -0.30%
• 10Y*: 17.57%

MPWR

• 1D: -0.77%
• 1M: -4.43%
• YTD: 74.38%
• 6M: 67.26%
• 1Y: 121.18%
• 3Y*: 44.43%
• 5Y*: 36.35%
• 10Y*: 37.94%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

CPRT vs. MPWR - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
CPRT Copart, Inc.	-21.46%	-31.78%	17.12%	60.95%	-19.68%	19.15%	39.93%	90.33%	10.63%	55.89%
MPWR Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.	74.38%	54.45%	-5.55%	79.78%	-27.78%	35.49%	107.49%	54.80%	4.49%	38.23%

Correlation

The correlation between CPRT and MPWR is -0.06, meaning there is essentially no relationship between their price movements. Each responds to its own set of market drivers, making them strong candidates for combining in a diversified portfolio.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	-0.06
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.25
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.42
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.44
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Nov 19, 2004	0.39

The correlation between CPRT and MPWR shifts across timeframes, from -0.06 (1 year) to 0.44 (10 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Market Cap CPRT : $29.68B MPWR : $77.67B
EPS CPRT : $1.59 MPWR : $13.89
PE Ratio CPRT : 19.28 MPWR : 113.54
PEG Ratio CPRT : 1.49 MPWR : 1.43
PS Ratio CPRT : 6.46 MPWR : 25.93
PB Ratio CPRT : 3.38 MPWR : 21.12
Total Revenue (TTM) CPRT : $4.64B MPWR : $2.96B
Gross Profit (TTM) CPRT : $2.11B MPWR : $1.63B
EBITDA (TTM) CPRT : $2.00B MPWR : $861.78M

Return for Risk

CPRT vs. MPWR — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

CPRT

CPRT Risk / Return Rank: 2
CPRT Sharpe Ratio Rank: 0
CPRT Sortino Ratio Rank: 1
CPRT Omega Ratio Rank: 2
CPRT Calmar Ratio Rank: 2
CPRT Martin Ratio Rank: 3

MPWR

MPWR Risk / Return Rank: 91
MPWR Sharpe Ratio Rank: 93
MPWR Sortino Ratio Rank: 90
MPWR Omega Ratio Rank: 88
MPWR Calmar Ratio Rank: 93
MPWR Martin Ratio Rank: 93

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

CPRT vs. MPWR - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Copart, Inc. (CPRT) and Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPWR). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	CPRT	MPWR	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	-1.63	2.51	-4.14
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	-2.38	3.00	-5.38
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	0.71	1.37	-0.66
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	-0.98	5.43	-6.41
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	-1.75	14.45	-16.20

CPRT vs. MPWR - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current CPRT Sharpe Ratio is -1.63, which is lower than the MPWR Sharpe Ratio of 2.51. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of CPRT and MPWR, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

CPRT vs. MPWR - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum CPRT drawdown since its inception was -72.49%, roughly equal to the maximum MPWR drawdown of -72.27%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for CPRT and MPWR.

Drawdown Indicators

	CPRT	MPWR	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-72.49%	-72.27%	-0.22%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-39.26%	-22.45%	-16.81%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-52.46%	-51.65%	-0.81%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-52.46%	-51.65%	-0.81%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-52.46%	-51.65%	-0.81%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-51.83%	-6.66%	-45.17%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-16.57%	-17.71%	+1.14%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	22.06%	8.44%	+13.62%

Volatility

CPRT vs. MPWR - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Copart, Inc. (CPRT) is 8.74%, while Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPWR) has a volatility of 20.33%. This indicates that CPRT experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than MPWR based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	CPRT	MPWR	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	8.74%	20.33%	-11.59%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	18.69%	37.42%	-18.73%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	23.70%	48.53%	-24.83%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	25.94%	53.53%	-27.59%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	27.43%	47.23%	-19.80%

Dividends

CPRT vs. MPWR - Dividend Comparison

CPRT has not paid dividends to shareholders, while MPWR's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.42%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
CPRT Copart, Inc.	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
MPWR Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.	0.42%	0.69%	0.85%	0.63%	0.85%	0.49%	0.55%	0.90%	1.03%	0.71%	0.98%	1.26%

Financials

CPRT vs. MPWR - Profitability Comparison

The chart below illustrates the profitability comparison between Copart, Inc. and Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Gross Profit Margin, Operating Margin, and Net Profit Margin.

CPRT - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Copart, Inc. reported a gross profit of 572.60M and revenue of 1.24B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 46.3%.

MPWR - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. reported a gross profit of 445.07M and revenue of 804.19M. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 55.3%.

CPRT - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Copart, Inc. reported an operating income of 464.28M and revenue of 1.24B, resulting in an operating margin of 37.5%.

MPWR - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. reported an operating income of 241.15M and revenue of 804.19M, resulting in an operating margin of 30.0%.

CPRT - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Copart, Inc. reported a net income of 402.40M and revenue of 1.24B, resulting in a net margin of 32.5%.

MPWR - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. reported a net income of 193.23M and revenue of 804.19M, resulting in a net margin of 24.0%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both CPRT and MPWR in my portfolio?

CPRT and MPWR have a correlation of -0.06, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, CPRT or MPWR?

MPWR has higher volatility (20.33%) compared to CPRT (8.74%). In terms of maximum drawdown, CPRT dropped -72.49% vs MPWR's -72.27%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

MPWR currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (2.51 vs -1.63), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.