Teradyne Inc (TER)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
TER
Teradyne Inc
$320.14
+5.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $45.53B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$22.34
-6.72%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $11.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teradyne Inc generates 10% more annual revenue ($3.19B vs $2.90B). TER leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs 15.3%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
TER
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
TTD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-105.7%
Fair Value
$156.31
Current Price
$320.14
$163.83 premium
Margin of Safety
-60.9%
Fair Value
$16.92
Current Price
$22.34
$5.42 premium
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
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 : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TER
The primary concerns for TER are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 87.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TER profiles as a growth stock while TTD is a mature 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.
TTD generates stronger free cash flow (277M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 14.3% revenue growth. 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.
Visit Website →Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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