Coherent Inc (COHR)vsFortive Corp (FTV)
COHR
Coherent Inc
$335.89
+1.82%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $61.78B
FTV
Fortive Corp
$60.71
+1.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $18.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coherent Inc generates 49% more annual revenue ($6.29B vs $4.24B). FTV leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 4.7%. COHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
COHR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
FTV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.5%
Fair Value
$178.24
Current Price
$335.89
$157.65 premium
Margin of Safety
+8.6%
Fair Value
$64.25
Current Price
$60.71
$3.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 73.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
17.5% revenue growth
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
4.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 12.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHR
The strongest argument for COHR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FTV
PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : COHR
The primary concerns for COHR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 323.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHR profiles as a growth stock while FTV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COHR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.05 — expect wider price swings.
COHR is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
FTV generates stronger free cash flow (208M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTV scores higher overall (54/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Coherent Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Coherent, Inc. provides lasers, laser-based technologies, and laser-based system solutions for a variety of scientific, commercial, and industrial research applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Fortive Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Fortive is an American diversified industrial technology conglomerate company headquartered in Everett, Washington.
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