MKS Instruments Inc (MKSI)vsTrimble Inc (TRMB)
MKSI
MKS Instruments Inc
$227.13
-4.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.27B
TRMB
Trimble Inc
$65.71
-1.45%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MKS Instruments Inc generates 10% more annual revenue ($3.93B vs $3.59B). TRMB leads profitability with a 11.8% profit margin vs 7.5%. MKSI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. MKSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
MKSI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TRMB
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.2%
Fair Value
$152.21
Current Price
$227.13
$74.92 premium
Margin of Safety
+20.9%
Fair Value
$82.37
Current Price
$65.71
$16.66 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Earnings expanding 80.5% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Areas to Watch
7.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 140.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MKSI
Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TRMB
The strongest argument for TRMB centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MKSI
The primary concerns for MKSI are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 54.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TRMB
The primary concerns for TRMB are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MKSI profiles as a value stock while TRMB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MKSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — expect wider price swings.
MKSI is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
MKSI generates stronger free cash flow (91M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MKSI scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 10.6% revenue growth. TRMB offers better value entry with a 20.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
MKS Instruments Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
MKS Instruments, Inc. provides instruments, systems, subsystems, and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power, and control critical parameters of manufacturing processes globally. The company is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.
Visit Website →Trimble Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Trimble Inc. is a Sunnyvale, California-based hardware, software and services technology company. Trimble services global industries in Agriculture, Building & Construction, Geospatial, Natural Resources and Utilities, Governments, Transportation and others. Trimble also does hardware development of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers, scanners, laser rangefinders, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), inertial navigation systems and software processing tools.
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