TransAct Technologies Incorporated (TACT)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
TACT
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
$3.29
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $34.51M
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$296.14
-1.63%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $102.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Western Digital Corporation generates 20751% more annual revenue ($10.73B vs $51.48M). WDC leads profitability with a 35.6% profit margin vs -2.4%. WDC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. TACT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
TACT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
WDC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TACT.
Margin of Safety
-280.8%
Fair Value
$71.88
Current Price
$296.14
$224.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -10.1%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 14.2x book value
Revenue declined 41.0%
Earnings declined 95.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TACT
The strongest argument for TACT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 15.4%. PEG of 0.69 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : TACT
The primary concerns for TACT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TACT profiles as a turnaround stock while WDC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
TACT is growing revenue faster at 11.9% — sustainability is the question.
WDC generates stronger free cash flow (653M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TACT scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100) and 11.9% 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.
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
TransAct Technologies Incorporated designs, develops and markets specialized and transaction-based printers and terminals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hamden, Connecticut.
Visit Website →Western Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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