Coherent Inc (COHR)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
COHR
Coherent Inc
$253.63
-7.96%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $47.55B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$277.53
-4.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $47.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coherent Inc generates 11% more annual revenue ($6.29B vs $5.68B). KEYS leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 4.7%. COHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
COHR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
KEYS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-373.2%
Fair Value
$47.27
Current Price
$253.63
$206.36 premium
Margin of Safety
+10.6%
Fair Value
$266.29
Current Price
$277.53
$11.24 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 73.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
17.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 68.0% YoY
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHR
The strongest argument for COHR centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.5% 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 EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 16.3%. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COHR
The primary concerns for COHR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 251.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 48.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.91 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (407M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 23.3% 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.
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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