CNH Industrial N.V. (CNH)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
CNH
CNH Industrial N.V.
$10.96
+1.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.44B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CNH Industrial N.V. generates 380% more annual revenue ($18.09B vs $3.77B). WAT leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs 2.1%. CNH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
CNH
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.2%
Fair Value
$23.36
Current Price
$10.96
$12.40 discount
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNH
The strongest argument for CNH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNH
The primary concerns for CNH are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNH profiles as a value stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
WAT generates stronger free cash flow (-42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 51/100) and 91.5% revenue growth. CNH offers better value entry with a 45.2% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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