Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsLatham Group Inc (SWIM)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$141.09
-4.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $76.13B
SWIM
Latham Group Inc
$5.75
-1.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $682.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 3196% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $551.81M). EMR leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs 1.6%. EMR trades at a lower P/E of 33.7x. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
EMR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SWIM
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EMR.
Margin of Safety
+42.3%
Fair Value
$11.51
Current Price
$5.75
$5.76 discount
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
Earnings expanding 39.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SWIM
The strongest argument for SWIM centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SWIM
The primary concerns for SWIM are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 83.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SWIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.72 — expect wider price swings.
SWIM is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (694M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (51/100 vs 48/100). SWIM offers better value entry with a 42.3% margin of safety. 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.
Latham Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Latham Group, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets residential inground swimming pools. The company is headquartered in Latham, New York.
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