Electro-Sensors Inc (ELSE)vsFortive Corp (FTV)
ELSE
Electro-Sensors Inc
$4.44
+0.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.56M
FTV
Fortive Corp
$54.78
-0.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 42396% more annual revenue ($4.16B vs $9.79M). FTV leads profitability with a 13.9% profit margin vs 4.1%. FTV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ELSE
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
FTV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-417.4%
Fair Value
$0.82
Current Price
$4.44
$3.62 premium
Margin of Safety
-443.1%
Fair Value
$10.81
Current Price
$54.78
$43.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 2.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELSE
The strongest argument for ELSE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : FTV
The strongest argument for FTV centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ELSE
The primary concerns for ELSE are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
ELSE is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
FTV generates stronger free cash flow (336M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FTV scores higher overall (54/100 vs 35/100). 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.
Electro-Sensors Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Electro-Sensors, Inc. is dedicated to the manufacture and sale of industrial production monitoring and process control systems. The company is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
Fortive Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Fortive is an American diversified industrial technology conglomerate company headquartered in Everett, Washington.
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