Acuity Inc. (AYI)vsCNH Industrial N.V. (CNH)
AYI
Acuity Inc.
$323.06
-0.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.67B
CNH
CNH Industrial N.V.
$11.56
+2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CNH Industrial N.V. generates 292% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $4.64B). AYI leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 1.7%. CNH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.31. AYI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AYI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CNH
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-74.9%
Fair Value
$184.15
Current Price
$323.06
$138.91 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CNH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 55.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
2.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AYI
The strongest argument for AYI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : CNH
The strongest argument for CNH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AYI
The primary concerns for AYI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CNH
The primary concerns for CNH are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 46.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.39 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AYI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
AYI is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
AYI generates stronger free cash flow (286M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AYI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Acuity Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Acuity Brands, Inc. provides lighting and building management solutions and services for commercial, institutional, industrial, infrastructure, and residential applications in North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Visit Website →CNH Industrial N.V.
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
CNH Industrial N.V., an equipment and services company, engages in the design, production, marketing, sale, and financing of agricultural and construction equipment in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, South America, and the Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Basildon, the United Kingdom.
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