Astrotech Corp (ASTC)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
ASTC
Astrotech Corp
$7.12
-1.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.01M
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$338.64
+3.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 653525% more annual revenue ($6.58B vs $1.01M). KEYS leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 0.0%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ASTC
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
KEYS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASTC.
Margin of Safety
-42.7%
Fair Value
$166.83
Current Price
$338.64
$171.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 36.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 109.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 8.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASTC
The strongest argument for ASTC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.1% and operating margin at 25.7%. Revenue growth of 36.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASTC
The primary concerns for ASTC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASTC profiles as a value stock while KEYS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASTC carries more volatility with a beta of 4.89 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 36.5% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (403M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (74/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins and 36.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Astrotech Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Astrotech Corporation is a science and technology development and commercialization company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Keysight Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Keysight Technologies, or Keysight, is an American company that manufactures electronics test and measurement equipment and software.
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