Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsTeradyne Inc (TER)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$87.55
+0.22%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $69.90B
TER
Teradyne Inc
$359.77
+1.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 449% more annual revenue ($20.80B vs $3.79B). TER leads profitability with a 22.6% profit margin vs 10.0%. TER appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. TER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
CL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TER
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.5%
Fair Value
$104.84
Current Price
$87.55
$17.29 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TER.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 1250.7x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull 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.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 147.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL profiles as a value stock while TER is a growth 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.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (609M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TER scores higher overall (75/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins and 87.0% revenue growth. CL offers better value entry with a 16.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Colgate-Palmolive Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Colgate-Palmolive Company is an American multinational consumer products company headquartered on Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It specializes in the production, distribution and provision of household, health care, personal care and veterinary products.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Teradyne, Inc. is an American automatic test equipment (ATE) designer and manufacturer based in North Reading, Massachusetts.
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