Alta Equipment Group Inc (ALTG)vsFastenal Company (FAST)
ALTG
Alta Equipment Group Inc
$5.88
+2.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $187.18M
FAST
Fastenal Company
$49.32
+0.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $56.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fastenal Company generates 381% more annual revenue ($8.75B vs $1.82B). FAST leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs -4.4%. FAST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ALTG
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
FAST
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.3%
Fair Value
$13.69
Current Price
$5.88
$7.81 discount
Margin of Safety
+53.1%
Fair Value
$105.17
Current Price
$49.32
$55.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 45.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.5%
ROE of -570.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.2%
Trading at 13.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTG
The strongest argument for ALTG centers on Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : FAST
The strongest argument for FAST centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 21.0%. Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALTG
The primary concerns for ALTG are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : FAST
The primary concerns for FAST are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALTG profiles as a turnaround stock while FAST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
FAST is growing revenue faster at 14.7% — sustainability is the question.
FAST generates stronger free cash flow (78M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FAST scores higher overall (62/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 14.7% revenue growth. ALTG offers better value entry with a 49.3% margin of safety. 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.
Alta Equipment Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Alta Equipment Group Inc. owns and operates integrated equipment distribution platforms in the United States. The company is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan.
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INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Fastenal Company is an American company based in Winona, Minnesota. Fastenal's service model centers on approximately 3,200 in-market locations, each providing custom inventory, and a dedicated sales team to support local businesses. Fastenal offers companies supply chain solutions that help business reduce inventory touches, and supply chain waste.
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