Electro-Sensors Inc (ELSE)vsFortive Corp (FTV)
ELSE
Electro-Sensors Inc
$7.74
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $27.34M
FTV
Fortive Corp
$54.69
+0.33%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $18.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 41073% more annual revenue ($4.32B vs $10.48M). FTV leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 2.4%. FTV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ELSE
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
FTV
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.6%
Fair Value
$5.48
Current Price
$7.74
$2.26 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FTV.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.2% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
2.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELSE
The strongest argument for ELSE centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FTV
The strongest argument for FTV centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ELSE
The primary concerns for ELSE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 96.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELSE profiles as a growth stock while FTV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
ELSE is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
FTV generates stronger free cash flow (258M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTV scores higher overall (56/100 vs 32/100). ELSE offers better value entry with a 22.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Electro-Sensors Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Electro-Sensors, Inc. is dedicated to the manufacture and sale of industrial production monitoring and process control systems. The company is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
Fortive Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Fortive is an American diversified industrial technology conglomerate company headquartered in Everett, Washington.
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