MKS Instruments Inc (MKSI)vsTrimble Inc (TRMB)
MKSI
MKS Instruments Inc
$301.65
-8.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $24.02B
TRMB
Trimble Inc
$54.19
-2.71%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $11.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MKS Instruments Inc generates 10% more annual revenue ($4.07B vs $3.69B). TRMB leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 8.0%. MKSI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. TRMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
MKSI
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
TRMB
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-75.4%
Fair Value
$147.68
Current Price
$301.65
$153.97 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
Earnings expanding 53.2% YoY
15.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 55.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MKSI
The strongest argument for MKSI centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : MKSI
The primary concerns for MKSI are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 74.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TRMB
The primary concerns for TRMB are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MKSI profiles as a growth stock while TRMB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MKSI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.00 — expect wider price swings.
MKSI is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
TRMB generates stronger free cash flow (269M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRMB scores higher overall (64/100 vs 61/100) and 11.8% 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.
MKS Instruments Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
MKS Instruments, Inc. provides instruments, systems, subsystems, and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power, and control critical parameters of manufacturing processes globally. The company is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.
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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