Astrotech Corp (ASTC)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
ASTC
Astrotech Corp
$2.31
-1.76%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.27M
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$293.12
-1.83%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $51.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 473378% more annual revenue ($5.68B vs $1.20M). KEYS leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. ASTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ASTC
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
KEYS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASTC.
Margin of Safety
+10.3%
Fair Value
$265.36
Current Price
$293.12
$27.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 68.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
ROE of -64.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASTC
The strongest argument for ASTC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 16.3%. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASTC
The primary concerns for ASTC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 52.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASTC profiles as a value stock while KEYS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (407M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Astrotech Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Astrotech Corporation is a science and technology development and commercialization company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Keysight Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Keysight Technologies, or Keysight, is an American company that manufactures electronics test and measurement equipment and software.
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