NOVT vs SM Comparison

Novanta Inc manufactures photonic and motion-control components for original equipment manufacturers in the medical equipment and industrial technology markets. The firm operates in three segments: Precision Medicine and Manufacturing, Medical Solutions, and Robotics and Automation. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Medical Solutions segment that designs, manufactures, and markets a range of medical-grade technologies, including medical insufflators, pumps, and related disposables; visualization solutions; and wireless technologies. The firm generates the majority of its revenue from the United States and Europe.

SM Energy Co is an independent energy company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of crude oil and condensate, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. Operating primarily out of the United States, the company actively participates in joint ventures, prospects/leaseholds, and drill-to-earn opportunities. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from some of the United States' premier drilling locations. Drilling location interests have been traditionally obtained through oil and gas leases from third parties. SM Energy relies on its fleet of geologists, geophysicists, landmen, and engineers to help extract the full potential out of all properties held.