Coherent Corp (COHR)vsTeledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)
COHR
Coherent Corp
$207.26
+3.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $41.42B
TDY
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
$659.91
+0.26%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $31.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coherent Corp generates 9% more annual revenue ($7.12B vs $6.52B). TDY leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs 11.3%. COHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. COHR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
COHR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
TDY
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-27.5%
Fair Value
$164.97
Current Price
$207.26
$42.29 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TDY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 73.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Earnings expanding 25.2% YoY
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHR
The strongest argument for COHR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TDY
The strongest argument for TDY centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 20.8%. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : COHR
The primary concerns for COHR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 51.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TDY
The primary concerns for TDY are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHR profiles as a growth stock while TDY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
COHR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — expect wider price swings.
COHR is growing revenue faster at 33.7% — sustainability is the question.
TDY generates stronger free cash flow (320M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COHR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 66/100) and 33.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 Corp
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.
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is an American industrial conglomerate.
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