Copa Holdings SA (CPA)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
CPA
Copa Holdings SA
$129.15
+0.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.30B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$122.73
+0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 598% more annual revenue ($27.82B vs $3.99B). CPA leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 9.0%. CPA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. CPA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CPA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.3%
Fair Value
$150.21
Current Price
$129.15
$21.06 premium
Margin of Safety
-43.2%
Fair Value
$85.69
Current Price
$122.73
$37.04 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.7% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 53.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
4.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPA
The strongest argument for CPA centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 8.7%. Revenue growth of 25.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CPA
The primary concerns for CPA are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPA profiles as a growth stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
CPA is growing revenue faster at 25.7% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (309M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CPA scores higher overall (70/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 25.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Copa Holdings SA
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Copa Holdings, SA, provides airline passenger and cargo services. The company is headquartered in Panama City, Panama.
Visit Website →PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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