Keysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)vsLGL Group Inc (LGL)
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$329.83
-3.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $59.17B
LGL
LGL Group Inc
$7.12
+0.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $45.13M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 140306% more annual revenue ($6.09B vs $4.34M). KEYS leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 1.7%. KEYS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
KEYS
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
LGL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 31.5% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 50.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 18.1%. Revenue growth of 31.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LGL
The strongest argument for LGL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 18.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LGL
The primary concerns for LGL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 689.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 31.5% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (472M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (68/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 31.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Visit Website →LGL Group Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
LGL Group, Inc. is dedicated to the design, manufacture and marketing of frequency and spectrum control products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
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