3M Company (MMM)vsTeradyne Inc (TER)
MMM
3M Company
$143.29
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.98B
TER
Teradyne Inc
$359.77
+1.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
3M Company generates 561% more annual revenue ($25.02B vs $3.79B). TER leads profitability with a 22.6% profit margin vs 11.1%. MMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. TER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
MMM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TER
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.4%
Fair Value
$131.53
Current Price
$143.29
$11.76 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TER.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Revenue surging 87.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 314.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Trading at 22.9x book value
Earnings declined 39.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MMM
The strongest argument for MMM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TER
The strongest argument for TER centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 37.6%. Revenue growth of 87.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MMM
The primary concerns for MMM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TER
The primary concerns for TER are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 65.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMM profiles as a value stock while TER is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
TER is growing revenue faster at 87.0% — sustainability is the question.
MMM generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TER scores higher overall (75/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins and 87.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
3M Company
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
The 3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate corporation operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, US health care, and consumer goods. The company produces over 60,000 products under several brands, including adhesives, abrasives, laminates, passive fire protection, personal protective equipment, window films, paint protection films, dental and orthodontic products, electrical and electronic connecting and insulating materials, medical products, car-care products, electronic circuits, healthcare software and optical films. It is based in Maplewood, a suburb of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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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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