Brookfield Business Corp (BBUC)vsWestinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)
BBUC
Brookfield Business Corp
$30.85
-8.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.96B
WAB
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
$265.71
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $45.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Business Corp generates 139% more annual revenue ($27.46B vs $11.51B). WAB leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs -0.1%. WAB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BBUC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
WAB
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.8%
Fair Value
$324.96
Current Price
$30.85
$294.11 discount
Margin of Safety
+16.1%
Fair Value
$303.40
Current Price
$265.71
$37.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.5%
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBUC
The strongest argument for BBUC centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WAB
Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BBUC
The primary concerns for BBUC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WAB
The primary concerns for WAB are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBUC profiles as a turnaround stock while WAB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBUC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
WAB is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
WAB generates stronger free cash flow (153M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAB scores higher overall (64/100 vs 43/100) and 13.0% revenue growth. BBUC offers better value entry with a 88.8% 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.
Brookfield Business Corp
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Brookfield Business Corporation focuses on healthcare, construction and wastewater services in the United States, Europe, Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada and Brazil. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Wabtec Corporation (derived from Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation) is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company (WABCO) and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999. It is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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