Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsMiddleby Corp (MIDD)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$128.15
-1.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $72.06B
MIDD
Middleby Corp
$135.81
-3.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 468% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $3.20B). EMR leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs -8.7%. MIDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
EMR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
MIDD
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-162.8%
Fair Value
$58.85
Current Price
$128.15
$69.30 premium
Margin of Safety
-252.9%
Fair Value
$46.44
Current Price
$135.81
$89.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 14.5%
Earnings declined 64.2%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : MIDD
The strongest argument for MIDD centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MIDD
The primary concerns for MIDD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR profiles as a value stock while MIDD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MIDD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
EMR is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (602M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Middleby Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Middleby Corporation designs, manufactures, markets, distributes and services a variety of residential kitchen, food processing and foodservice equipment in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.
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