Fortive Corp (FTV)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$55.22
-0.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.54B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$277.53
-4.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $47.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 36% more annual revenue ($5.68B vs $4.16B). KEYS leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 13.9%. FTV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FTV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
KEYS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-443.1%
Fair Value
$10.81
Current Price
$55.22
$44.41 premium
Margin of Safety
+10.6%
Fair Value
$266.29
Current Price
$277.53
$11.24 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Earnings expanding 68.0% YoY
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTV
The strongest argument for FTV centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 16.3%. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 48.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV profiles as a value stock while KEYS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (407M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 23.3% revenue growth. 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.
Fortive Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Fortive is an American diversified industrial technology conglomerate company headquartered in Everett, Washington.
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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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