Cummins Inc (CMI)vsPowell Industries Inc (POWL)
CMI
Cummins Inc
$671.01
+5.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $88.34B
POWL
Powell Industries Inc
$277.27
+9.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cummins Inc generates 2922% more annual revenue ($33.67B vs $1.11B). POWL leads profitability with a 16.8% profit margin vs 8.4%. CMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. CMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CMI
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
POWL
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-61.7%
Fair Value
$370.38
Current Price
$671.01
$300.63 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for POWL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Earnings expanding 41.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.1% revenue growth
Trading at 15.1x book value
4.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMI
The strongest argument for CMI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : POWL
The strongest argument for POWL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.8% and operating margin at 17.0%.
Bear Case : CMI
The primary concerns for CMI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : POWL
The primary concerns for POWL are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 49.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
POWL is growing revenue faster at 4.0% — sustainability is the question.
CMI generates stronger free cash flow (990M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CMI scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100). 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.
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.
Powell Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Powell Industries, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and services custom-designed equipment and systems for the distribution, control, and monitoring of electrical power. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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