IPG Photonics Corporation (IPGP)vsTeradyne Inc (TER)
IPGP
IPG Photonics Corporation
$78.20
+0.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.26B
TER
Teradyne Inc
$398.69
-2.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $59.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teradyne Inc generates 317% more annual revenue ($4.46B vs $1.07B). TER leads profitability with a 25.8% profit margin vs 2.6%. TER appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. TER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
IPGP
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
TER
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.7%
Fair Value
$98.45
Current Price
$78.20
$20.25 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TER.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.2%
Revenue surging 103.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 385.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IPGP
The strongest argument for IPGP centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TER
The strongest argument for TER centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.8% and operating margin at 33.2%. Revenue growth of 103.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IPGP
The primary concerns for IPGP are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 117.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TER
The primary concerns for TER are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 50.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IPGP profiles as a value stock while TER is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
TER is growing revenue faster at 103.9% — sustainability is the question.
TER generates stronger free cash flow (378M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TER scores higher overall (79/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 25.8% margins and 103.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
IPG Photonics Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
IPG Photonics is a manufacturer of fiber lasers.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Teradyne, Inc. is an American automatic test equipment (ATE) designer and manufacturer based in North Reading, Massachusetts.
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