Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc (BW)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
BW
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc
$14.42
+2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.98B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$921.56
-0.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $116.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 3382% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $587.68M). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs -6.2%. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BW
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BW.
Margin of Safety
-435.1%
Fair Value
$186.12
Current Price
$921.56
$735.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 93.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BW
BW has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bear Case : BW
The primary concerns for BW are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BW profiles as a turnaround stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (54/100 vs 23/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins. 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.
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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