Toronto Dominion Bank (TD)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
TD
Toronto Dominion Bank
$107.46
-0.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $180.18B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toronto Dominion Bank generates 1650% more annual revenue ($65.98B vs $3.77B). TD leads profitability with a 33.0% profit margin vs 11.9%. TD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. TD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
TD
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TD.
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Earnings expanding 51.3% YoY
Generating 35.1B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TD
The strongest argument for TD centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.0% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TD
The primary concerns for TD are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
TD generates stronger free cash flow (35.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TD scores higher overall (81/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 33.0% margins and 21.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Toronto Dominion Bank
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Toronto-Dominion Bank offers a variety of personal and commercial banking products and services in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Visit Website →Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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