Mesa Laboratories Inc (MLAB)vsTeledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)
MLAB
Mesa Laboratories Inc
$104.38
-2.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $573.99M
TDY
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
$602.27
-2.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $29.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated generates 2399% more annual revenue ($6.23B vs $249.13M). TDY leads profitability with a 15.0% profit margin vs 2.7%. TDY trades at a lower P/E of 31.8x. TDY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
MLAB
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
TDY
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.0%
Fair Value
$253.18
Current Price
$104.38
$148.80 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TDY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.6% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MLAB
MLAB has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : TDY
The strongest argument for TDY centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MLAB
The primary concerns for MLAB are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 85.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TDY
The primary concerns for TDY are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TDY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
TDY is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
TDY generates stronger free cash flow (204M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TDY scores higher overall (64/100 vs 30/100). MLAB offers better value entry with a 64.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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.
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is an American industrial conglomerate.
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