Coherent Inc (COHR)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
COHR
Coherent Inc
$317.36
+7.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $57.41B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$335.00
+1.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coherent Inc generates 8% more annual revenue ($7.12B vs $6.58B). KEYS leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 11.3%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
COHR
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
KEYS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COHR.
Margin of Safety
-42.1%
Fair Value
$167.44
Current Price
$335.00
$167.56 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 73.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 8.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHR
The strongest argument for COHR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 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 : COHR
The primary concerns for COHR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 71.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
COHR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.10 — 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.
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Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (74/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins and 36.5% revenue growth. 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.
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.
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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