Fortive Corp (FTV)vsVontier Corp (VNT)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$61.28
-0.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $18.33B
VNT
Vontier Corp
$30.08
-0.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortive Corp generates 37% more annual revenue ($4.24B vs $3.09B). VNT leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 12.8%. VNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. VNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
FTV
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
VNT
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 12.4%
1.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTV
PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VNT
The strongest argument for VNT centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.87 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 : VNT
The primary concerns for VNT are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — 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
VNT scores higher overall (68/100 vs 51/100). Both earn "Strong 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 →Vontier Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Vontier Corporation is dedicated to the research and development, manufacture, sale and distribution of equipment, components, software and critical technical services for manufacturing, repair and service in the mobility infrastructure industry worldwide. The company is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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