KLA Corporation (KLAC)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
KLAC
KLA Corporation
$1,566.19
-1.43%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $196.91B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$22.34
-6.72%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $11.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
KLA Corporation generates 340% more annual revenue ($12.74B vs $2.90B). KLAC leads profitability with a 35.8% profit margin vs 15.3%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
KLAC
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TTD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.6%
Fair Value
$1592.14
Current Price
$1566.19
$25.95 discount
Margin of Safety
-60.9%
Fair Value
$16.92
Current Price
$22.34
$5.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 40.9% YoY
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 37.6x book value
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KLAC
The strongest argument for KLAC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.8% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bull Case : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KLAC
The primary concerns for KLAC are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KLAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
KLAC generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 14.3% 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.
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 →Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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