ADT Inc (ADT)vsTerex Corporation (TEX)
ADT
ADT Inc
$6.50
+0.74%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.79B
TEX
Terex Corporation
$72.39
-3.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Terex Corporation generates 15% more annual revenue ($5.93B vs $5.14B). ADT leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 1.9%. ADT trades at a lower P/E of 8.3x. ADT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ADT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TEX
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.5%
Fair Value
$5.60
Current Price
$6.50
$0.90 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Earnings expanding 26.4% YoY
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADT
The strongest argument for ADT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TEX
The strongest argument for TEX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ADT
The primary concerns for ADT are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TEX
The primary concerns for TEX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADT profiles as a value stock while TEX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
TEX is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
ADT generates stronger free cash flow (589M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
ADT Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
ADT Inc. provides security, automation and smart home solutions to consumers and business customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
Terex Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Terex Corporation manufactures and sells aerial work platforms and materials processing machinery worldwide. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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