Sono-Tek Corp (SOTK)vsTeledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)
SOTK
Sono-Tek Corp
$4.59
+1.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $78.90M
TDY
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
$603.79
+1.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $28.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated generates 29635% more annual revenue ($6.37B vs $21.44M). TDY leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs 9.6%. TDY trades at a lower P/E of 29.3x. TDY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SOTK
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
TDY
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 57.2% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Earnings expanding 21.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SOTK
The strongest argument for SOTK centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TDY
The strongest argument for TDY centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 20.2%. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SOTK
The primary concerns for SOTK are P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
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 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
SOTK is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
TDY generates stronger free cash flow (285M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TDY scores higher overall (66/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins. 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.
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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