The National Semiconductor Corporation (NSM) develops and manufactures semiconductors for electronic systems.

The National Semiconductor Corporation​ (NSM) develops and manufactures semiconductors for electronic systems. The​ firm’s products are used in a variety of​ applications, including LED​ lighting, high speed​ communication, renewable​ energy, and security and surveillance. The​ company’s chief financial officer​ (CFO) has a report prepared annually that compares the​ firm’s performance to several key competitors. The CFO has identified Analog Devices​ (ADI) and Texas Instruments​ (TXN) as key competitors. Selected information for all three companies is found here LOADING… for the​ twelve-month period ended June 2009. Based on this​ information, which of the two companies appears to be the best match for a performance benchmark and​ why?