AAON Inc (AAON)vsCarrier Global Corp (CARR)
AAON
AAON Inc
$79.80
+4.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.55B
CARR
Carrier Global Corp
$57.46
+1.45%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $47.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carrier Global Corp generates 1044% more annual revenue ($22.11B vs $1.93B). AAON leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs 5.5%. AAON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. AAON earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
AAON
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
CARR
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.6%
Fair Value
$134.52
Current Price
$79.80
$54.73 discount
Margin of Safety
-38.1%
Fair Value
$41.61
Current Price
$57.46
$15.85 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 101.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 257.9% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
3.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAON
The strongest argument for AAON centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 101.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CARR
PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAON
The primary concerns for AAON are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 41.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CARR
The primary concerns for CARR are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAON profiles as a hypergrowth stock while CARR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAON carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
AAON is growing revenue faster at 101.2% — sustainability is the question.
CARR generates stronger free cash flow (810M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAON scores higher overall (68/100 vs 48/100) and 101.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
AAON Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
AAON, Inc. engages in the engineering, manufacturing, marketing and sales of heating and air conditioning equipment in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Carrier Global Corp
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Carrier Global Corporation is an American multinational home appliances corporation based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
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