Garmin Ltd (GRMN)vsTrimble Inc (TRMB)
GRMN
Garmin Ltd
$236.57
-2.23%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $45.93B
TRMB
Trimble Inc
$54.19
-2.71%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $11.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Garmin Ltd generates 102% more annual revenue ($7.46B vs $3.69B). GRMN leads profitability with a 23.3% profit margin vs 12.4%. TRMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.81. TRMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
GRMN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TRMB
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-52.1%
Fair Value
$135.80
Current Price
$236.57
$100.77 premium
Margin of Safety
+9.6%
Fair Value
$72.07
Current Price
$54.19
$17.88 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Earnings expanding 21.5% YoY
Earnings expanding 55.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GRMN
The strongest argument for GRMN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.3% and operating margin at 24.6%. Revenue growth of 14.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TRMB
The strongest argument for TRMB centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GRMN
The primary concerns for GRMN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TRMB
The primary concerns for TRMB are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GRMN profiles as a mature stock while TRMB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GRMN is growing revenue faster at 14.2% — sustainability is the question.
GRMN generates stronger free cash flow (469M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GRMN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 23.3% margins and 14.2% 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.
Garmin Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Garmin Ltd. is an American multinational technology company with headquarters in Olathe, Kansas.
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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