Fortive Corp (FTV)vsLGL Group Inc (LGL)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$54.78
-0.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.44B
LGL
LGL Group Inc
$7.50
+8.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $33.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 99448% more annual revenue ($4.16B vs $4.18M). FTV leads profitability with a 13.9% profit margin vs 5.2%. LGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FTV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LGL
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-443.1%
Fair Value
$10.81
Current Price
$54.78
$43.97 premium
Margin of Safety
-269.5%
Fair Value
$1.87
Current Price
$7.50
$5.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 50.8% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 2.6%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.7% — below average capital efficiency
5.2% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : LGL
The strongest argument for LGL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.84 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LGL
The primary concerns for LGL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 155.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
FTV is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — 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 47/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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
LGL Group, Inc. is dedicated to the design, manufacture and marketing of frequency and spectrum control products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
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