Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$280.00
-2.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.29B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$137.93
+2.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 233% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $3.19B). CRS leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 5.2%. CRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CRS
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
OSK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Earnings expanding 33.7% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRS
The strongest argument for CRS centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.9% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRS profiles as a mature stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
CRS is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRS scores higher overall (68/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins. 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.
Carpenter Technology Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Carpenter Technology Corporation manufactures, manufactures and distributes specialty metals worldwide. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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