Fortive Corp (FTV)vsTrimble Inc (TRMB)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$55.00
-0.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $18.20B
TRMB
Trimble Inc
$57.56
+0.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 14% more annual revenue ($4.32B vs $3.78B). FTV leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs -2.8%. FTV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. TRMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FTV
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TRMB
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FTV.
Margin of Safety
+10.7%
Fair Value
$72.90
Current Price
$57.56
$15.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 55.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.0% — below average capital efficiency
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 : TRMB
The strongest argument for TRMB centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.40 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 : TRMB
The primary concerns for TRMB are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV profiles as a value stock while TRMB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
TRMB is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
FTV generates stronger free cash flow (258M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRMB scores higher overall (59/100 vs 56/100) and 11.0% revenue growth. 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 →Trimble Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Trimble Inc. is a Sunnyvale, California-based hardware, software and services technology company. Trimble services global industries in Agriculture, Building & Construction, Geospatial, Natural Resources and Utilities, Governments, Transportation and others. Trimble also does hardware development of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers, scanners, laser rangefinders, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), inertial navigation systems and software processing tools.
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