Teradyne Inc (TER)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
TER
Teradyne Inc
$359.77
+1.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.43B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$16.63
+2.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $69.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 5574% more annual revenue ($214.86B vs $3.79B). TER leads profitability with a 22.6% profit margin vs 7.3%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. TER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
TER
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TER.
Margin of Safety
+81.8%
Fair Value
$95.70
Current Price
$16.63
$79.07 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Revenue surging 87.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 314.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Earnings expanding 22.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.1x book value
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
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 22.6% and operating margin at 37.6%. Revenue growth of 87.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : TER
The primary concerns for TER are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 65.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TER profiles as a growth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
TER is growing revenue faster at 87.0% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (700M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TER scores higher overall (75/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins and 87.0% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 81.8% margin of safety. 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 →Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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