ADT Inc (ADT)vsKnightscope Inc (KSCP)
ADT
ADT Inc
$7.41
+7.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.02B
KSCP
Knightscope Inc
$0.52
+2.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.44M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ADT Inc generates 24840% more annual revenue ($5.16B vs $20.71M). ADT leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs -217.3%. ADT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ADT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
KSCP
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34.0%
Fair Value
$5.83
Current Price
$7.41
$1.58 premium
Margin of Safety
+2.2%
Fair Value
$3.64
Current Price
$0.52
$3.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 228.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
1.7% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -142.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADT
The strongest argument for ADT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : KSCP
The strongest argument for KSCP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 228.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ADT
The primary concerns for ADT are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.21 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : KSCP
The primary concerns for KSCP are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADT profiles as a value stock while KSCP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KSCP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
KSCP is growing revenue faster at 228.3% — sustainability is the question.
ADT generates stronger free cash flow (620M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 38/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
ADT Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
ADT Inc. provides security, automation and smart home solutions to consumers and business customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
Knightscope Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Knightscope, Inc. designs, develops, builds, deploys and supports physical security technologies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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