Taseko Mines Ltd (TGB)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$6.20
+4.03%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.26B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$302.32
+0.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waters Corporation generates 370% more annual revenue ($3.17B vs $672.90M). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs -4.5%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
TGB
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TGB.
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$302.32
$229.15 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 45.5%
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 45.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGB profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.89 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — sustainability is the question.
WAT generates stronger free cash flow (126M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Taseko Mines Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, 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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