Coherent Inc (COHR)vsItron Inc (ITRI)
COHR
Coherent Inc
$421.82
+7.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $83.52B
ITRI
Itron Inc
$80.07
-1.21%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coherent Inc generates 181% more annual revenue ($6.60B vs $2.35B). ITRI leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 7.1%. ITRI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. ITRI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
COHR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
ITRI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COHR.
Margin of Safety
-22.8%
Fair Value
$81.31
Current Price
$80.07
$1.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 73.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 20.5% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
7.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Revenue declined 3.3%
Earnings declined 16.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHR
The strongest argument for COHR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ITRI
The strongest argument for ITRI centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : COHR
The primary concerns for COHR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 204.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ITRI
The primary concerns for ITRI are Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHR profiles as a growth stock while ITRI is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
COHR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.05 — expect wider price swings.
COHR is growing revenue faster at 20.5% — sustainability is the question.
ITRI generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITRI scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "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.
Coherent Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Coherent, Inc. provides lasers, laser-based technologies, and laser-based system solutions for a variety of scientific, commercial, and industrial research applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Itron Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Itron, Inc., a technology and services company, offers end-to-end solutions that help manage energy, water, and smart city operations globally. The company is headquartered in Liberty Lake, Washington.
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