AAOI vs THFF Comparison

Applied Optoelectronics Inc is a provider of fiber-optic networking products for the Internet data center, cable television, telecommunications and fiber-to-the-home end markets. The company focuses on designing and manufacturing a range of optical communication products from components, to subassemblies, and modules to complete turn-key equipment. Demand for Applied Optoelectronics is driven by bandwidth demand in end markets. Through direct sales personnel, and manufacturing teams in the United States, China, and Taiwan, the company coordinates with customers to determine product design, qualifications, and performance. The company derives maximum revenue from Taiwan.

First Financial Corp operates as a financial holding company, which is engaged in the provision of financial services in the United States. The company offers a wide variety of financial services including commercial, mortgage, and consumer lending, lease financing, trust account services, depositor services, and insurance services, through its subsidiaries. Its primary source of revenue is derived from loans to customers and investment activities.