Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc (BW)vsCummins Inc (CMI)
BW
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc
$7.03
-11.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.18B
CMI
Cummins Inc
$556.75
+1.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $76.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cummins Inc generates 4060% more annual revenue ($34.71B vs $834.35M). CMI leads profitability with a 7.8% profit margin vs -2.2%. CMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
BW
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
CMI
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 130.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 18.0x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.0%
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
4.7% earnings growth
7.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BW
The strongest argument for BW centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 130.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CMI
The strongest argument for CMI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BW
The primary concerns for BW are Price/Book, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 5.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CMI
The primary concerns for CMI are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BW profiles as a hypergrowth stock while CMI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
BW is growing revenue faster at 130.3% — sustainability is the question.
CMI generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMI scores higher overall (55/100 vs 35/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc., provides energy and environmental technologies and services for the energy and industrial markets globally. The company is headquartered in Akron, Ohio.
Cummins Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Cummins is a Columbus, Indiana based multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and distributes engines, filtration, and power generation products. Cummins also services engines and related equipment, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission control, electrical power generation systems, and trucks.
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