ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
ESE
ESCO Technologies Inc
$303.11
-8.91%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $8.62B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$360.30
+1.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $60.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 385% more annual revenue ($5.68B vs $1.17B). ESE leads profitability with a 26.0% profit margin vs 17.0%. ESE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ESE
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
KEYS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ESE.
Margin of Safety
-51.2%
Fair Value
$157.38
Current Price
$360.30
$202.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 21.9% YoY
Earnings expanding 68.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESE
The strongest argument for ESE centers on Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.0% and operating margin at 13.3%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, 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 : ESE
The primary concerns for ESE are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 62.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
ESE is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — 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 (62/100 vs 61/100), 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.
ESCO Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
ESCO Technologies Inc. produces and supplies products and systems designed for the industrial and commercial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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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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