TransAct Technologies Incorporated (TACT)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
TACT
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
$4.84
+4.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $52.66M
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$454.46
+0.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $170.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Western Digital Corporation generates 24279% more annual revenue ($12.92B vs $52.99M). WDC leads profitability with a 73.0% profit margin vs -0.8%. TACT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. WDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
TACT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WDC
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.1%
Fair Value
$5.88
Current Price
$4.84
$1.04 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WDC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 3606.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 106 in profit
Keeps 73 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.6%
Revenue surging 43.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 984.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
1.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.5% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 21.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TACT
The strongest argument for TACT centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. 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, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 73.0% and operating margin at 43.6%. Revenue growth of 43.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TACT
The primary concerns for TACT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TACT profiles as a turnaround stock while WDC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.18 — expect wider price swings.
WDC is growing revenue faster at 43.8% — sustainability is the question.
WDC generates stronger free cash flow (991M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDC scores higher overall (79/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 73.0% margins and 43.8% revenue growth. TACT offers better value entry with a 39.1% margin of safety. 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.
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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