Teradyne Inc (TER)vsThe Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
TER
Teradyne Inc
$323.36
+1.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $50.12B
TRV
The Travelers Companies Inc
$290.59
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $65.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Travelers Companies Inc generates 1431% more annual revenue ($48.83B vs $3.19B). TER leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs 12.9%. TER appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. TRV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
TER
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
TRV
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-98.5%
Fair Value
$161.93
Current Price
$323.36
$161.43 premium
Margin of Safety
+75.4%
Fair Value
$1213.50
Current Price
$290.59
$922.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 81.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 18.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% revenue growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TER
The strongest argument for TER centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 43.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TRV
The strongest argument for TRV centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TER
The primary concerns for TER are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 92.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TRV
The primary concerns for TRV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TER profiles as a growth stock while TRV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — expect wider price swings.
TER is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
TRV scores higher overall (71/100 vs 70/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Teradyne Inc
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Travelers Companies, Inc., commonly known as Travelers, is an American insurance company.
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