Itron Inc (ITRI)vsKeysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)
ITRI
Itron Inc
$92.59
-2.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.06B
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$335.50
-0.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $56.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 184% more annual revenue ($6.58B vs $2.32B). KEYS leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 12.0%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ITRI
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
KEYS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.1%
Fair Value
$81.10
Current Price
$92.59
$11.49 premium
Margin of Safety
-40.3%
Fair Value
$169.63
Current Price
$335.50
$165.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
3.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 8.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ITRI
The strongest argument for ITRI centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : ITRI
The primary concerns for ITRI are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITRI profiles as a value stock while KEYS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITRI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — 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 67/100), 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.
Itron Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Itron, Inc., a technology and services company, offers end-to-end solutions that help manage energy, water, and smart city operations globally. The company is headquartered in Liberty Lake, Washington.
Keysight Technologies Inc
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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