TransAct Technologies Incorporated (TACT)vsVuzix Corp Cmn Stk (VUZI)
TACT
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
$4.84
+4.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $52.66M
VUZI
Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
$2.79
+0.72%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $232.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAct Technologies Incorporated generates 797% more annual revenue ($52.99M vs $5.91M). VUZI leads profitability with a 0.0% profit margin vs -0.8%. TACT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
TACT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
VUZI
Avoid16
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.1%
Fair Value
$5.88
Current Price
$4.84
$1.04 discount
Margin of Safety
+36.7%
Fair Value
$3.90
Current Price
$2.79
$1.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 3606.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
1.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.5% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 9.6x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TACT
The strongest argument for TACT centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VUZI
The strongest argument for VUZI centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TACT
The primary concerns for TACT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VUZI
The primary concerns for VUZI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TACT profiles as a turnaround stock while VUZI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VUZI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
TACT is growing revenue faster at 1.1% — sustainability is the question.
TACT generates stronger free cash flow (2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TACT scores higher overall (53/100 vs 16/100). VUZI offers better value entry with a 36.7% 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.
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
TransAct Technologies Incorporated designs, develops and markets specialized and transaction-based printers and terminals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hamden, Connecticut.
Visit Website →Vuzix Corp Cmn Stk
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Vuzix Corporation designs, manufactures, markets and sells augmented reality (AR) computing and display devices for consumer and business markets in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in West Henrietta, New York.
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