Fortive Corp (FTV)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$59.54
-7.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $18.83B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$23.27
+2.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $124.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 294550% more annual revenue ($12.48T vs $4.24B). FTV leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs -2.6%. FTV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
FTV
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SONY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 379.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 12.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 57.4%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTV
The strongest argument for FTV centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV profiles as a value stock while SONY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
SONY is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (379.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTV scores higher overall (51/100 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.
Visit Website →Sony Group Corp
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces and sells electronic equipment, instruments and devices for the consumer, professional and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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