Sono-Tek Corp (SOTK)vsTeledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)
SOTK
Sono-Tek Corp
$4.81
-7.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $84.56M
TDY
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
$658.23
-2.84%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $31.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated generates 30214% more annual revenue ($6.52B vs $21.51M). TDY leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs 9.3%. TDY trades at a lower P/E of 31.0x. TDY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SOTK
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
TDY
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Earnings expanding 25.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 25.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SOTK
The strongest argument for SOTK centers on Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : TDY
The strongest argument for TDY centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 20.8%. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SOTK
The primary concerns for SOTK are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TDY
The primary concerns for TDY are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SOTK profiles as a value stock while TDY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TDY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
TDY is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
TDY generates stronger free cash flow (320M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TDY scores higher overall (66/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 15.8% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Sono-Tek Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Sono-Tek Corporation designs and manufactures ultrasonic coating systems for application to parts and components for the global microelectronics / electronics, alternative energy, medical, industrial, and research and development / other markets. The company is headquartered in Milton, New York.
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is an American industrial conglomerate.
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