Fortive Corp (FTV)vsSono-Tek Corp (SOTK)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$54.69
+0.33%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $18.20B
SOTK
Sono-Tek Corp
$4.59
+1.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $78.90M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 20032% more annual revenue ($4.32B vs $21.44M). FTV leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 9.6%. FTV trades at a lower P/E of 31.9x. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FTV
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SOTK
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 57.2% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% earnings growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : SOTK
The strongest argument for SOTK centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SOTK
The primary concerns for SOTK are P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
SOTK is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
FTV generates stronger free cash flow (258M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FTV scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Fortive Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Fortive is an American diversified industrial technology conglomerate company headquartered in Everett, Washington.
Visit Website →Sono-Tek Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Sono-Tek Corporation designs and manufactures ultrasonic coating systems for application to parts and components for the global microelectronics / electronics, alternative energy, medical, industrial, and research and development / other markets. The company is headquartered in Milton, New York.
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