Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsPentair PLC (PNR)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$152.19
-2.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.24B
PNR
Pentair PLC
$56.58
-0.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 365% more annual revenue ($18.64B vs $4.01B). PNR leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs 13.8%. PNR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EMR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
PNR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 17.0%
Earnings declined 11.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PNR
The strongest argument for PNR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 23.4%. PEG of 1.12 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 : PNR
The primary concerns for PNR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR profiles as a value stock while PNR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — 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). 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.
Pentair PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Pentair plc (PNR) is an American water treatment company with its main U.S. office in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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