CNH Industrial N.V. (CNH)vsPowell Industries Inc (POWL)
CNH
CNH Industrial N.V.
$13.58
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $23.16B
POWL
Powell Industries Inc
$182.50
+3.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CNH Industrial N.V. generates 1471% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $1.16B). POWL leads profitability with a 16.5% profit margin vs 1.7%. CNH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. POWL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
CNH
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
POWL
Buy60
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.5%
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.8x book value
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 : POWL
The strongest argument for POWL centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 20.5%.
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 : POWL
The primary concerns for POWL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNH profiles as a value stock while POWL is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
POWL is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
POWL generates stronger free cash flow (94M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
POWL scores higher overall (60/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 16.5% margins. 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.
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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