Morgan Stanley (MS)vsTeradyne Inc (TER)
MS
Morgan Stanley
$165.87
-0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $256.39B
TER
Teradyne Inc
$320.14
+5.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $45.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Morgan Stanley generates 2104% more annual revenue ($70.30B vs $3.19B). MS leads profitability with a 24.0% profit margin vs 17.4%. TER appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. MS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
MS
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
TER
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.0%
Fair Value
$415.17
Current Price
$165.87
$249.30 discount
Margin of Safety
-105.7%
Fair Value
$156.31
Current Price
$320.14
$163.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 81.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MS
The strongest argument for MS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.0% and operating margin at 38.6%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TER
The strongest argument for TER centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 43.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MS
The primary concerns for MS are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TER
The primary concerns for TER are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 87.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MS profiles as a mature stock while TER is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — expect wider price swings.
TER is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
TER generates stronger free cash flow (219M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MS scores higher overall (76/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 24.0% margins and 11.0% 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.
Morgan Stanley
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Morgan Stanley is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered at 1585 Broadway in the Morgan Stanley Building, Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
Teradyne Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Teradyne, Inc. is an American automatic test equipment (ATE) designer and manufacturer based in North Reading, Massachusetts.
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