Carlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL)vsGibraltar Industries Inc (ROCK)
CSL
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
$387.49
+1.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.29B
ROCK
Gibraltar Industries Inc
$50.23
-1.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carlisle Companies Incorporated generates 309% more annual revenue ($5.10B vs $1.25B). CSL leads profitability with a 14.2% profit margin vs -10.7%. ROCK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. CSL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CSL
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
ROCK
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 22.9%
Revenue surging 44.6% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSL
The strongest argument for CSL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ROCK
The strongest argument for ROCK centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 44.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CSL
The primary concerns for CSL are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ROCK
The primary concerns for ROCK are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSL profiles as a value stock while ROCK is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ROCK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
ROCK is growing revenue faster at 44.6% — sustainability is the question.
ROCK generates stronger free cash flow (-47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSL scores higher overall (64/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Carlisle Companies Incorporated is a diversified manufacturer of engineered products in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Gibraltar Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Gibraltar Industries, Inc. manufactures and distributes construction products for the renewable energy, conservation, residential and infrastructure markets in North America and Asia. The company is headquartered in Buffalo, New York.
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