Commercial Metals Company (CMC)vsCarpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)
CMC
Commercial Metals Company
$62.28
+0.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.25B
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$278.31
-0.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Commercial Metals Company generates 195% more annual revenue ($9.39B vs $3.19B). CRS leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 7.0%. CRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CMC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
CRS
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 41.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Earnings expanding 33.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
7.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMC
The strongest argument for CMC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CRS
The strongest argument for CRS centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.9% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : CMC
The primary concerns for CMC are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMC profiles as a growth stock while CRS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
CMC is growing revenue faster at 25.7% — sustainability is the question.
CMC generates stronger free cash flow (280M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRS scores higher overall (68/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Commercial Metals Company
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Commercial Metals Company manufactures, recycles, and manufactures steel and metal products and related materials and services in the United States, Poland, China, Germany, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Carpenter Technology Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Carpenter Technology Corporation manufactures, manufactures and distributes specialty metals worldwide. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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