ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
ESE
ESCO Technologies Inc
$230.24
+1.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.34B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$272.13
+4.42%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $52.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 410% more annual revenue ($6.58B vs $1.29B). ESE leads profitability with a 24.4% profit margin vs 19.1%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ESE
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
KEYS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ESE.
Margin of Safety
-39.9%
Fair Value
$170.13
Current Price
$272.13
$102.00 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 24.8% YoY
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESE
The strongest argument for ESE centers on Debt/Equity, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.4% and operating margin at 14.8%. Revenue growth of 14.4% 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 : ESE
The primary concerns for ESE are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESE profiles as a mature stock while KEYS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — 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.
Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins and 36.5% 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.
ESCO Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
ESCO Technologies Inc. produces and supplies products and systems designed for the industrial and commercial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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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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