Critical Analysis: Nidec (OTCMKTS:NJDCY) vs. TT Electronics (OTCMKTS:TTGPF)

Nidec (OTCMKTS:NJDCY) and TT Electronics (OTCMKTS:TTGPF) are both computer and technology companies, but which is the better stock? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their earnings, risk, valuation, profitability, institutional ownership, dividends and analyst recommendations.

Insider and Institutional Ownership

0.2% of Nidec shares are owned by institutional investors. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, endowments and large money managers believe a company is poised for long-term growth.

Profitability

This table compares Nidec and TT Electronics’ net margins, return on equity and return on assets.

	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Nidec	6.82%	10.15%	5.24%
TT Electronics	N/A	N/A	N/A

Analyst Ratings

This is a summary of recent ratings and recommmendations for Nidec and TT Electronics, as reported by MarketBeat.

	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Nidec	0	3	0	0	2.00
TT Electronics	0	0	0	1	4.00

Volatility and Risk

Nidec has a beta of 1.29, indicating that its stock price is 29% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, TT Electronics has a beta of 0.55, indicating that its stock price is 45% less volatile than the S&P 500.

Valuation and Earnings

This table compares Nidec and TT Electronics”s gross revenue, earnings per share (EPS) and valuation.

	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Nidec	$17.12 billion	2.17	$1.11 billion	$0.26	15.00
TT Electronics	$634.73 million	0.44	-$66.73 million	N/A	N/A

Nidec has higher revenue and earnings than TT Electronics.

Summary

Nidec beats TT Electronics on 8 of the 10 factors compared between the two stocks.

About Nidec

Nidec Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and sells motors, electronics and optical components, and other related products in Japan and internationally. The company offers medium- and large-size motors, small-size and precision motors, motor-related products, units and modules, automotive components, mechanical equipment/machine tools, inspection and measuring equipment, electronic devices, sensors, and other products, as well as mold, molding, cutting, and machining components. Its products are used for applications in robotics, IoT products, automotive components, home appliances, logistics/agriculture, information technology, office automation, mobile optical components, medical and health care products, housing equipment, commercial and professional products, industrial machinery, and processing/inspection equipment. The company was incorporated in 1973 and is headquartered in Kyoto, Japan..

About TT Electronics

TT Electronics plc provides design-led advanced electronics technologies for performance critical applications in the healthcare, aerospace and defense, and automation and electrification markets in the United Kingdom, Rest of Europe, North America, Asia, and internationally. The company operates through three segments: Power and Connectivity, Global Manufacturing Solutions, and Sensors and Specialist Components. The Power and Connectivity segment designs and manufactures power application products and connectivity devices, which enable the capture and wireless transfer of data to optimize electronic systems. The Global Manufacturing Solutions segment provides manufacturing services and engineering solutions for its product divisions and to customers that require a lower volume and higher mix of various products. This segment manufactures integrated product assemblies, as well as provides engineering services, including designing testing solutions and value-engineering. The Sensors and Specialist Components segment develops standard and customized solutions, including sensors and power management devices. Its solutions enhance the precision, speed, and reliability of critical aspects of its customers applications. It offers its products and services under the AB Connectors, Aero Stanrew, BI Technologies, Ferranti, IRC, Optek Technology, Precision, Power Partners, PowerPax, Roxspur Measurement and Control, Semelab, Stontronics, Torotel, and Welwyn brands. The company was formerly known as TT Group plc and changed its name to TT Electronics plc in 2000. The company was incorporated in 1906 and is headquartered in Woking, the United Kingdom.