Booking Holdings Inc (BKNG)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
BKNG
Booking Holdings Inc
$165.93
-3.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $132.72B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$114.31
+0.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $60.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 0% more annual revenue ($27.78B vs $27.69B). BKNG leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 8.9%. BKNG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. BKNG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
BKNG
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.7%
Fair Value
$187.86
Current Price
$165.93
$21.93 discount
Margin of Safety
-24.4%
Fair Value
$104.06
Current Price
$114.31
$10.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 226 in profit
Earnings expanding 240.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKNG
The strongest argument for BKNG centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 25.0%. Revenue growth of 16.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BKNG
No major red flags identified for BKNG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKNG profiles as a growth stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BKNG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
BKNG is growing revenue faster at 16.2% — sustainability is the question.
BKNG generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BKNG scores higher overall (76/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 16.2% revenue growth. 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.
Booking Holdings Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Booking Holdings Inc. is an American travel technology company organized in Delaware and based in Norwalk, Connecticut, that owns and operates several travel fare aggregators and travel fare metasearch engines including namesake and flagship Booking.com, Priceline.com, Agoda.com, Kayak.com, Cheapflights, Rentalcars.com, Momondo, and OpenTable.
Visit Website →PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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