Key Tronic Corporation (KTCC)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
KTCC
Key Tronic Corporation
$3.90
-2.74%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $40.94M
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$575.50
+6.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $204.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Western Digital Corporation generates 2881% more annual revenue ($11.78B vs $395.13M). WDC leads profitability with a 55.3% profit margin vs -4.4%. WDC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. WDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
KTCC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
WDC
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.0%
Fair Value
$6.48
Current Price
$3.90
$2.58 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WDC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 67 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.0%
Revenue surging 45.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 482.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -15.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 20.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 27.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KTCC
The strongest argument for KTCC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 55.3% and operating margin at 37.0%. Revenue growth of 45.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KTCC
The primary concerns for KTCC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KTCC profiles as a turnaround stock while WDC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.16 — expect wider price swings.
WDC is growing revenue faster at 45.5% — sustainability is the question.
WDC generates stronger free cash flow (978M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDC scores higher overall (80/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 55.3% margins and 45.5% revenue growth. KTCC offers better value entry with a 50.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Key Tronic Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Key Tronic Corporation, operating as KeyTronicEMS Co., provides electronic manufacturing services and solutions (EMS) to original equipment manufacturers in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Spokane Valley, Washington.
Western Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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