Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsWorthington Industries Inc (WOR)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$362.40
-4.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.00B
WOR
Worthington Industries Inc
$47.64
-0.73%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carpenter Technology Corporation generates 135% more annual revenue ($2.94B vs $1.25B). CRS leads profitability with a 14.8% profit margin vs 8.5%. 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+
WOR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.4%
Fair Value
$403.42
Current Price
$362.40
$41.02 discount
Margin of Safety
-3994.4%
Fair Value
$1.43
Current Price
$47.64
$46.21 premium
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 4.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 1.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRS
The strongest argument for CRS centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WOR
The strongest argument for WOR centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WOR
The primary concerns for WOR are PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 230.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRS profiles as a value stock while WOR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
WOR is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
CRS generates stronger free cash flow (86M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 51/100). 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 →Worthington Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Worthington Industries, Inc., a metal fabrication company, focuses on processing value-added steel and metal products manufactured in the United States, Austria, Canada, Mexico, Poland, and Portugal. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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