Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$428.20
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $21.33B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$909.42
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 595% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $2.94B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 14.8%. CRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CRS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PH
Buy54
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 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.1%
Earnings expanding 25.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.7x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRS
The strongest argument for CRS centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 49.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRS profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100). 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.
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 →Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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