Mesa Laboratories Inc (MLAB)vsTeledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)
MLAB
Mesa Laboratories Inc
$83.60
+3.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $455.25M
TDY
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
$625.37
-0.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $28.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated generates 2370% more annual revenue ($6.12B vs $247.54M). TDY leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 1.5%. TDY trades at a lower P/E of 33.1x. TDY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
MLAB
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
TDY
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1964.0%
Fair Value
$4.42
Current Price
$83.60
$79.18 premium
Margin of Safety
+25.2%
Fair Value
$884.05
Current Price
$625.37
$258.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Earnings expanding 39.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MLAB
The strongest argument for MLAB centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TDY
The strongest argument for TDY centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MLAB
The primary concerns for MLAB are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 126.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TDY
The primary concerns for TDY are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TDY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
TDY is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
TDY generates stronger free cash flow (339M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TDY scores higher overall (66/100 vs 38/100). 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.
Mesa Laboratories Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Mesa Laboratories, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets quality control instruments and disposable products in the United States, Europe, Asia, North America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is an American industrial conglomerate.
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