CNH Industrial N.V. (CNH)vsForward Air Corporation (FWRD)
CNH
CNH Industrial N.V.
$13.58
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $23.16B
FWRD
Forward Air Corporation
$16.63
+1.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $553.33M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CNH Industrial N.V. generates 622% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $2.52B). CNH leads profitability with a 1.7% profit margin vs -11.4%. CNH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. FWRD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
CNH
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
FWRD
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 145.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -112.9% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNH
The strongest argument for CNH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FWRD
The strongest argument for FWRD centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNH
The primary concerns for CNH are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 57.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.39 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : FWRD
The primary concerns for FWRD are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNH profiles as a value stock while FWRD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FWRD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
FWRD is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
FWRD generates stronger free cash flow (-8M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FWRD scores higher overall (52/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
CNH Industrial N.V.
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
CNH Industrial N.V., an equipment and services company, engages in the design, production, marketing, sale, and financing of agricultural and construction equipment in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, South America, and the Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Basildon, the United Kingdom.
Forward Air Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Forward Air Corporation is a light freight logistics and transportation company in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Greeneville, Tennessee.
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