CNH Industrial N.V. (CNH)vsNL Industries Inc (NL)
CNH
CNH Industrial N.V.
$10.75
-0.92%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.32B
NL
NL Industries Inc
$6.06
+1.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $293.39M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CNH Industrial N.V. generates 11309% more annual revenue ($18.09B vs $158.58M). CNH leads profitability with a 2.1% profit margin vs -21.5%. CNH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
CNH
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
NL
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 551.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
0.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.0% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNH
The strongest argument for CNH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NL
The strongest argument for NL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CNH
The primary concerns for CNH are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NL
The primary concerns for NL are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNH profiles as a value stock while NL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
NL is growing revenue faster at 0.7% — sustainability is the question.
NL generates stronger free cash flow (-4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNH scores higher overall (51/100 vs 42/100). 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.
NL Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
NL Industries, Inc., through its subsidiary, CompX International Inc., operates in the component products industry in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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