Fortive Corp (FTV)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$66.81
-0.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $19.36B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$305.11
+2.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $52.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 53% more annual revenue ($6.58B vs $4.32B). KEYS leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 12.4%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
FTV
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
KEYS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FTV.
Margin of Safety
-40.3%
Fair Value
$169.63
Current Price
$305.11
$135.48 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Revenue surging 36.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 109.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTV
PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.1% and operating margin at 25.7%. Revenue growth of 36.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV profiles as a value stock while KEYS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 36.5% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (403M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins and 36.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Fortive Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Fortive is an American diversified industrial technology conglomerate company headquartered in Everett, Washington.
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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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