Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsMiddleby Corp (MIDD)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$149.92
+1.71%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.24B
MIDD
Middleby Corp
$112.28
+0.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 450% more annual revenue ($18.64B vs $3.39B). EMR leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs -13.9%. MIDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EMR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
MIDD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EMR.
Margin of Safety
+49.4%
Fair Value
$323.59
Current Price
$112.28
$211.31 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 39.3%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : MIDD
The strongest argument for MIDD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : MIDD
The primary concerns for MIDD are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, 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 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
MIDD is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — 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 51/100). MIDD offers better value entry with a 49.4% 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.
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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