Garmin Ltd (GRMN)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
GRMN
Garmin Ltd
$274.06
-0.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $54.51B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$335.00
+1.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Garmin Ltd generates 17% more annual revenue ($7.67B vs $6.58B). GRMN leads profitability with a 24.5% profit margin vs 19.1%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
GRMN
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
KEYS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.5%
Fair Value
$142.99
Current Price
$274.06
$131.07 premium
Margin of Safety
-42.1%
Fair Value
$167.44
Current Price
$335.00
$167.56 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 36.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 109.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GRMN
The strongest argument for GRMN centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.5% and operating margin at 30.4%. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.1% and operating margin at 25.7%. Revenue growth of 36.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GRMN
The primary concerns for GRMN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GRMN profiles as a mature stock while KEYS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 36.5% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (403M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (74/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins and 36.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Garmin Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Garmin Ltd. is an American multinational technology company with headquarters in Olathe, Kansas.
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TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Keysight Technologies, or Keysight, is an American company that manufactures electronics test and measurement equipment and software.
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