GoPro Inc (GPRO)vsNovanta Inc (NOVT)
GPRO
GoPro Inc
$1.65
+10.74%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $225.76M
NOVT
Novanta Inc
$127.87
-1.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Novanta Inc generates 51% more annual revenue ($980.60M vs $651.54M). NOVT leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs -14.3%. GPRO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. NOVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
GPRO
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
NOVT
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GPRO.
Margin of Safety
-0.7%
Fair Value
$140.90
Current Price
$127.87
$13.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -81.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 93.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.6% earnings growth
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
5.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPRO
The strongest argument for GPRO centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NOVT
NOVT has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : GPRO
The primary concerns for GPRO are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : NOVT
The primary concerns for NOVT are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 82.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPRO profiles as a turnaround stock while NOVT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GPRO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
NOVT is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
GPRO generates stronger free cash flow (15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NOVT scores higher overall (44/100 vs 39/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
GoPro Inc
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
GoPro, Inc. develops and sells mountable and portable cameras, drones, and accessories in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Mateo, California.
Novanta Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Novanta Inc. designs, manufactures, markets and sells precision motion, vision and photonics components and subsystems to original equipment manufacturers in the medical and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts.
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