Edwards Lifesciences Corp (EW)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
EW
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
$82.67
+1.20%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $48.01B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$86.55
-0.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Edwards Lifesciences Corp generates 365% more annual revenue ($6.07B vs $1.30B). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 17.7%. OTTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EW
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
OTTR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-544.4%
Fair Value
$12.31
Current Price
$82.67
$70.36 premium
Margin of Safety
-92.9%
Fair Value
$44.54
Current Price
$86.55
$42.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 76.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EW
The strongest argument for EW centers on Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 23.7%. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 22.2%.
Bear Case : EW
The primary concerns for EW are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EW profiles as a mature stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
EW is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
EW generates stronger free cash flow (354M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. 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.
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Edwards Lifesciences is an American medical technology company headquartered in Irvine, California, specializing in artificial heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring.
Visit Website →Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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