Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
AIT
Applied Industrial Technologies
$299.10
+0.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.14B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$137.93
+2.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 114% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $4.97B). AIT leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs 5.2%. AIT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.78. AIT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
AIT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIT
The strongest argument for AIT centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AIT
The primary concerns for AIT are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
AIT is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AIT scores higher overall (57/100 vs 52/100) and 10.4% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Applied Industrial Technologies
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. distributes industrial products in North America, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
Visit Website →Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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