Coherent Inc (COHR)vsVuzix Corp Cmn Stk (VUZI)
COHR
Coherent Inc
$379.69
+13.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $62.45B
VUZI
Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
$3.05
-1.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $258.62M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coherent Inc generates 105019% more annual revenue ($6.60B vs $6.28M). COHR leads profitability with a 7.1% profit margin vs 0.0%. COHR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
COHR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VUZI
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.4%
Fair Value
$179.88
Current Price
$379.69
$199.81 premium
Margin of Safety
+43.0%
Fair Value
$4.33
Current Price
$3.05
$1.28 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
Revenue surging 20.5% year-over-year
Revenue surging 76.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.3x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.1% margin — thin
Trading at 10.2x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
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 : VUZI
The strongest argument for VUZI centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 76.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COHR
The primary concerns for COHR are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 151.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VUZI
The primary concerns for VUZI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHR profiles as a growth stock while VUZI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COHR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.05 — expect wider price swings.
VUZI is growing revenue faster at 76.3% — sustainability is the question.
VUZI generates stronger free cash flow (-6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COHR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 26/100) and 20.5% revenue growth. VUZI offers better value entry with a 43.0% margin of safety. 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.
Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Vuzix Corporation designs, manufactures, markets and sells augmented reality (AR) computing and display devices for consumer and business markets in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in West Henrietta, New York.
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