Coherent Inc (COHR)vsTeledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)
COHR
Coherent Inc
$253.63
-7.96%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $47.55B
TDY
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
$616.18
-2.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $28.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coherent Inc generates 3% more annual revenue ($6.29B vs $6.12B). TDY leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 4.7%. COHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. TDY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
COHR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TDY
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-373.2%
Fair Value
$47.27
Current Price
$253.63
$206.36 premium
Margin of Safety
+25.1%
Fair Value
$882.65
Current Price
$616.18
$266.47 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 73.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
17.5% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Earnings expanding 39.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
4.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHR
The strongest argument for COHR centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TDY
The strongest argument for TDY centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.40 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 251.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TDY
The primary concerns for TDY are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHR profiles as a growth stock while TDY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COHR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.91 — expect wider price swings.
COHR is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
TDY generates stronger free cash flow (339M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TDY scores higher overall (66/100 vs 55/100). 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.
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.
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is an American industrial conglomerate.
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