Fortive Corp (FTV)vsSono-Tek Corp (SOTK)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$65.23
-0.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $19.36B
SOTK
Sono-Tek Corp
$4.81
-7.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $84.56M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 19967% more annual revenue ($4.32B vs $21.51M). FTV leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 9.3%. FTV trades at a lower P/E of 30.4x. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
FTV
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
SOTK
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% earnings growth
1.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 25.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTV
PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SOTK
The strongest argument for SOTK centers on Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SOTK
The primary concerns for SOTK are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
FTV is growing revenue faster at 7.9% — sustainability is the question.
FTV generates stronger free cash flow (258M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FTV scores higher overall (53/100 vs 32/100). 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.
Fortive Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Fortive is an American diversified industrial technology conglomerate company headquartered in Everett, Washington.
Visit Website →Sono-Tek Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Sono-Tek Corporation designs and manufactures ultrasonic coating systems for application to parts and components for the global microelectronics / electronics, alternative energy, medical, industrial, and research and development / other markets. The company is headquartered in Milton, New York.
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