CTS Corporation (CTS)vsCorning Incorporated (GLW)
CTS
CTS Corporation
$57.67
+1.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.63B
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$152.78
+0.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $148.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Corning Incorporated generates 2906% more annual revenue ($16.96B vs $564.25M). CTS leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 11.2%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. CTS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CTS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
GLW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
16.6% revenue growth
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Trading at 11.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTS
The strongest argument for CTS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CTS
The primary concerns for CTS are Market Cap.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 76.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTS profiles as a value stock while GLW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
GLW generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 58/100). 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.
CTS Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
CTS Corporation manufactures and sells sensors, actuators, and connectivity components in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois.
Corning Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
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