Coherent Inc (COHR)vsVishay Precision Group Inc (VPG)
COHR
Coherent Inc
$421.82
+7.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $83.52B
VPG
Vishay Precision Group Inc
$117.38
-8.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coherent Inc generates 1964% more annual revenue ($6.60B vs $319.81M). COHR leads profitability with a 7.1% profit margin vs 1.9%. COHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. COHR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
COHR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VPG
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
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
Revenue surging 20.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
7.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHR
The strongest argument for COHR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VPG
The strongest argument for VPG centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COHR
The primary concerns for COHR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 204.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VPG
The primary concerns for VPG are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 314.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.05 — expect wider price swings.
COHR is growing revenue faster at 20.5% — sustainability is the question.
VPG generates stronger free cash flow (-4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
COHR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 31/100) and 20.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Vishay Precision Group Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Vishay Precision Group, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets sensors, sensor-based measurement systems, special resistors, and strain gauges in the United States, Israel, the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, Asia, and Canada. The company is headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania.
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