Keysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)vsMesa Laboratories Inc (MLAB)
KEYS
Keysight Technologies Inc
$293.12
-1.83%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $51.21B
MLAB
Mesa Laboratories Inc
$83.60
+3.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $455.25M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Keysight Technologies Inc generates 2193% more annual revenue ($5.68B vs $247.54M). KEYS leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 1.5%. KEYS trades at a lower P/E of 52.7x. KEYS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
KEYS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MLAB
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.3%
Fair Value
$265.36
Current Price
$293.12
$27.76 discount
Margin of Safety
-1964.0%
Fair Value
$4.42
Current Price
$83.60
$79.18 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 68.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEYS
The strongest argument for KEYS centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 16.3%. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MLAB
The strongest argument for MLAB centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : KEYS
The primary concerns for KEYS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 52.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MLAB
The primary concerns for MLAB are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 126.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEYS profiles as a growth stock while MLAB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEYS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
KEYS is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
KEYS generates stronger free cash flow (407M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEYS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "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 →Mesa Laboratories Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Mesa Laboratories, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets quality control instruments and disposable products in the United States, Europe, Asia, North America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.
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