KLA Corporation (KLAC)vsTrio-Tech International Common Stock (TRT)
KLAC
KLA Corporation
$156.20
+2.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $205.75B
TRT
Trio-Tech International Common Stock
$4.85
+6.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $52.34M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
KLA Corporation generates 23070% more annual revenue ($14.51B vs $62.60M). KLAC leads profitability with a 36.2% profit margin vs -0.1%. KLAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
KLAC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
TRT
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KLAC.
Margin of Safety
-54.8%
Fair Value
$3.83
Current Price
$4.85
$1.02 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.0%
Revenue surging 28.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 39.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 39.9% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 31.2x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 75.5%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KLAC
The strongest argument for KLAC centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.2% and operating margin at 45.0%. Revenue growth of 28.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TRT
The strongest argument for TRT centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 39.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KLAC
The primary concerns for KLAC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TRT
The primary concerns for TRT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KLAC profiles as a growth stock while TRT is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.02 — expect wider price swings.
TRT is growing revenue faster at 39.9% — sustainability is the question.
KLAC generates stronger free cash flow (817M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KLAC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 36.2% margins and 28.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
KLA Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
KLA Corporation is a capital equipment company based in Milpitas, California. It supplies process control and yield management systems for the semiconductor industry and other related nanoelectronics industries. The company's products and services are intended for all phases of wafer, reticle, integrated circuit (IC) and packaging production, from research and development to final volume manufacturing.
Visit Website →Trio-Tech International Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Trio-Tech International provides manufacturing, testing and distribution services to the semiconductor industry. The company is headquartered in Van Nuys, California.
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