Cognex Corporation (CGNX)vsTrimble Inc (TRMB)
CGNX
Cognex Corporation
$58.97
+0.92%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $9.83B
TRMB
Trimble Inc
$65.34
+1.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trimble Inc generates 247% more annual revenue ($3.78B vs $1.09B). CGNX leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs -2.8%. TRMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. TRMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CGNX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TRMB
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.0%
Fair Value
$84.38
Current Price
$58.97
$25.41 discount
Margin of Safety
+10.2%
Fair Value
$72.56
Current Price
$65.34
$7.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 79.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 29.4%
16.9% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 55.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CGNX
The strongest argument for CGNX centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 29.4%. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TRMB
The strongest argument for TRMB centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CGNX
The primary concerns for CGNX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 56.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TRMB
The primary concerns for TRMB are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CGNX profiles as a growth stock while TRMB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CGNX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
CGNX is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
TRMB generates stronger free cash flow (233M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CGNX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins and 16.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Cognex Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Cognex Corporation offers machine vision products that capture and analyze visual information to automate manufacturing and distribution tasks globally. The company is headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts.
Visit Website →Trimble Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Trimble Inc. is a Sunnyvale, California-based hardware, software and services technology company. Trimble services global industries in Agriculture, Building & Construction, Geospatial, Natural Resources and Utilities, Governments, Transportation and others. Trimble also does hardware development of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers, scanners, laser rangefinders, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), inertial navigation systems and software processing tools.
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