Electro-Sensors Inc (ELSE)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
ELSE
Electro-Sensors Inc
$7.74
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $27.34M
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$338.64
+3.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 62693% more annual revenue ($6.58B vs $10.48M). KEYS leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 2.4%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ELSE
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
KEYS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.6%
Fair Value
$5.48
Current Price
$7.74
$2.26 discount
Margin of Safety
-42.7%
Fair Value
$166.83
Current Price
$338.64
$171.81 premium
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
Revenue surging 36.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 109.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
2.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 8.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.1% and operating margin at 25.7%. Revenue growth of 36.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 36.5% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (403M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (74/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins and 36.5% revenue growth. ELSE offers better value entry with a 22.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Keysight Technologies Inc
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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