Philip Morris International Inc (PM)vsTeradyne Inc (TER)
PM
Philip Morris International Inc
$170.99
-0.07%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $266.69B
TER
Teradyne Inc
$359.77
+1.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $55.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Philip Morris International Inc generates 996% more annual revenue ($41.49B vs $3.79B). PM leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 22.6%. TER appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. TER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
PM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TER
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.0%
Fair Value
$115.64
Current Price
$170.99
$55.35 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TER.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Revenue surging 87.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 314.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 9.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PM
The strongest argument for PM centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 36.0%.
Bull Case : TER
The strongest argument for TER centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 37.6%. Revenue growth of 87.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PM
The primary concerns for PM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TER
The primary concerns for TER are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 65.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PM profiles as a mature stock while TER is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
TER is growing revenue faster at 87.0% — sustainability is the question.
TER generates stronger free cash flow (200M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TER scores higher overall (75/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins and 87.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Philip Morris International Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) is a Swiss-American multinational cigarette and tobacco manufacturing company, with products sold in over 180 countries. The most recognized and best selling product of the company is Marlboro.
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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