Cognex Corporation (CGNX)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
CGNX
Cognex Corporation
$64.22
+4.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $10.47B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$338.64
+3.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 504% more annual revenue ($6.58B vs $1.09B). KEYS leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 16.1%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CGNX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
KEYS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.3%
Fair Value
$84.85
Current Price
$64.22
$20.63 discount
Margin of Safety
-42.7%
Fair Value
$166.83
Current Price
$338.64
$171.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 79.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 29.4%
16.9% revenue growth
Revenue surging 36.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 109.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CGNX
The strongest argument for CGNX centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 29.4%. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.1% and operating margin at 25.7%. Revenue growth of 36.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CGNX
The primary concerns for CGNX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 59.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CGNX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 36.5% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (403M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (74/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins and 36.5% revenue growth. CGNX offers better value entry with a 49.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cognex Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Cognex Corporation offers machine vision products that capture and analyze visual information to automate manufacturing and distribution tasks globally. The company is headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts.
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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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