Medtronic PLC (MDT)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$87.89
+1.51%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $110.62B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$406.39
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medtronic PLC generates 765% more annual revenue ($35.48B vs $4.10B). MDT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 8.5%. MDT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
MDT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VMI
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-255.7%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$87.89
$63.55 premium
Margin of Safety
+39.1%
Fair Value
$785.30
Current Price
$406.39
$378.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 135.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 11.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
MDT is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DEVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Medtronic PLC
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Medtronic plc is an American-Irish registered medical device company that primarily operates in the United States. Medtronic has an operational and executive headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota in the US.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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