Cognex Corporation (CGNX)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
CGNX
Cognex Corporation
$51.61
+1.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $8.52B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$293.12
-1.83%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $51.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 471% more annual revenue ($5.68B vs $994.36M). KEYS leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 11.5%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CGNX
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
KEYS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-77.7%
Fair Value
$24.21
Current Price
$51.61
$27.40 premium
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 68.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : CGNX
The strongest argument for CGNX centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
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 : CGNX
The primary concerns for CGNX are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 75.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
CGNX profiles as a value stock while KEYS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CGNX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — 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 45/100), 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.
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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