Apogee Enterprises Inc (APOG)vsCarlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL)
APOG
Apogee Enterprises Inc
$37.88
+0.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $790.49M
CSL
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
$335.24
+1.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carlisle Companies Incorporated generates 264% more annual revenue ($5.10B vs $1.40B). CSL leads profitability with a 14.2% profit margin vs 4.9%. CSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. CSL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
APOG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
CSL
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.6%
Fair Value
$39.11
Current Price
$37.88
$1.23 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CSL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 574.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.9%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.9% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.1%
Trading at 8.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APOG
The strongest argument for APOG centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CSL
The strongest argument for CSL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APOG
The primary concerns for APOG are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CSL
The primary concerns for CSL are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
CSL is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
CSL generates stronger free cash flow (200M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CSL scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Apogee Enterprises Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. designs and develops glass and metal products and services in the United States, Canada, and Brazil. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Carlisle Companies Incorporated is a diversified manufacturer of engineered products in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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