Fortive Corp (FTV)vsMesa Laboratories Inc (MLAB)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$54.78
-0.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.44B
MLAB
Mesa Laboratories Inc
$83.60
+3.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $455.25M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 1580% more annual revenue ($4.16B vs $247.54M). FTV leads profitability with a 13.9% profit margin vs 1.5%. FTV trades at a lower P/E of 34.5x. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FTV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
MLAB
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
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
-1964.0%
Fair Value
$4.42
Current Price
$83.60
$79.18 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
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%
3.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.5% margin — thin
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 : MLAB
The strongest argument for MLAB centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : MLAB
The primary concerns for MLAB are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 126.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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 38/100). 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.
Visit Website →Mesa Laboratories Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Mesa Laboratories, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets quality control instruments and disposable products in the United States, Europe, Asia, North America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.
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