Fortive Corp (FTV)vsTrimble Inc (TRMB)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$55.22
-0.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.54B
TRMB
Trimble Inc
$65.71
-1.45%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 16% more annual revenue ($4.16B vs $3.59B). FTV leads profitability with a 13.9% profit margin vs 11.8%. FTV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. TRMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FTV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRMB
Buy56
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
+20.9%
Fair Value
$82.37
Current Price
$65.71
$16.66 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 80.5% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
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%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 140.0%
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 : TRMB
The strongest argument for TRMB centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TRMB
The primary concerns for TRMB are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV profiles as a value stock while TRMB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
FTV is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
FTV generates stronger free cash flow (336M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRMB scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Visit Website →Trimble Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Trimble Inc. is a Sunnyvale, California-based hardware, software and services technology company. Trimble services global industries in Agriculture, Building & Construction, Geospatial, Natural Resources and Utilities, Governments, Transportation and others. Trimble also does hardware development of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers, scanners, laser rangefinders, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), inertial navigation systems and software processing tools.
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