Brady Corporation (BRC)vsNAPCO Security Technologies Inc (NSSC)
BRC
Brady Corporation
$86.94
+1.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.10B
NSSC
NAPCO Security Technologies Inc
$36.26
+2.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brady Corporation generates 721% more annual revenue ($1.66B vs $202.32M). NSSC leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs 12.4%. BRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. NSSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BRC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NSSC
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 21.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 8.5%
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRC
The strongest argument for BRC centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : NSSC
The strongest argument for NSSC centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 17.8%.
Bear Case : BRC
The primary concerns for BRC are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NSSC
The primary concerns for NSSC are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRC profiles as a value stock while NSSC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NSSC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
BRC is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRC generates stronger free cash flow (67M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NSSC scores higher overall (58/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins. Both earn "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.
Brady Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Brady Corporation manufactures and supplies Identification Solutions (IDS) and Workplace Security Products (WPS) to identify and protect facilities, products, and people in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Napco Security Technologies, Inc. develops, manufactures, and sells security products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Amityville, New York.
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