Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsHurco Companies Inc (HURC)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$167.71
+1.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $90.07B
HURC
Hurco Companies Inc
$22.25
+2.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $136.20M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 10070% more annual revenue ($18.64B vs $183.24M). EMR leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs -3.6%. HURC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EMR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
HURC
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EMR.
Margin of Safety
+25.9%
Fair Value
$23.83
Current Price
$22.25
$1.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 68.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : HURC
The strongest argument for HURC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.51 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : HURC
The primary concerns for HURC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR profiles as a value stock while HURC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
EMR is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100). HURC offers better value entry with a 25.9% margin of safety. 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.
Emerson Electric Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Emerson Electric Co. is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Ferguson, Missouri. The Fortune 500 company manufactures products and provides engineering services for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.
Hurco Companies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Hurco Companies, Inc., an industrial technology company, designs, manufactures and sells computerized machine tools to companies in the metal cutting industry worldwide. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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