Fortive Corp (FTV)vsSensata Technologies Holding NV (ST)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$61.28
-0.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $18.33B
ST
Sensata Technologies Holding NV
$49.84
-5.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 14% more annual revenue ($4.24B vs $3.73B). FTV leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 1.3%. ST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.30. ST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FTV
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
ST
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FTV.
Margin of Safety
+18.8%
Fair Value
$45.81
Current Price
$49.84
$4.03 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 12.4%
2.6% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTV
PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ST
The strongest argument for ST centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ST
The primary concerns for ST are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 152.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
FTV is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
FTV generates stronger free cash flow (208M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ST scores higher overall (59/100 vs 51/100). 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.
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TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Sensata Technologies Holding plc, develops, manufactures and sells sensors, sensor-based solutions, controls and other products in America, Europe, Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
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