Entegris Inc (ENTG)vsKLA Corporation (KLAC)
ENTG
Entegris Inc
$152.08
+6.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $18.13B
KLAC
KLA Corporation
$198.11
+2.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $255.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
KLA Corporation generates 320% more annual revenue ($13.58B vs $3.24B). KLAC leads profitability with a 35.6% profit margin vs 8.2%. ENTG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.41. KLAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ENTG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
KLAC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 46.3% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 80 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.5%
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 44.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ENTG
The strongest argument for ENTG centers on EPS Growth. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KLAC
The strongest argument for KLAC centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 42.5%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ENTG
The primary concerns for ENTG are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 67.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KLAC
The primary concerns for KLAC are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 50.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ENTG profiles as a value stock while KLAC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KLAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
KLAC is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
KLAC generates stronger free cash flow (622M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KLAC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 35.6% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. 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.
Entegris Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Entegris, Inc. develops, manufactures and supplies micro-pollution control products, specialty chemicals, and advanced material handling solutions for manufacturing processes in the semiconductor industry and other high-tech industries in North America, Taiwan, South Korea. , Japan, China, Europe and Southeast Asia. The company is headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
KLA Corporation is a capital equipment company based in Milpitas, California. It supplies process control and yield management systems for the semiconductor industry and other related nanoelectronics industries. The company's products and services are intended for all phases of wafer, reticle, integrated circuit (IC) and packaging production, from research and development to final volume manufacturing.
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