Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)vsUnited Parcel Service Inc (UPS)
EXPD
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
$187.51
-2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.82B
UPS
United Parcel Service Inc
$95.87
+1.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Parcel Service Inc generates 647% more annual revenue ($89.93B vs $12.04B). EXPD leads profitability with a 7.6% profit margin vs 5.1%. UPS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. EXPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
EXPD
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
UPS
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-62.1%
Fair Value
$99.86
Current Price
$187.51
$87.65 premium
Margin of Safety
+16.0%
Fair Value
$142.88
Current Price
$95.87
$47.01 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.5x book value
7.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 53.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXPD
The strongest argument for EXPD centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UPS
The strongest argument for UPS centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EXPD
The primary concerns for EXPD are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : UPS
The primary concerns for UPS are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.90 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXPD profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UPS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EXPD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
EXPD is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — sustainability is the question.
UPS generates stronger free cash flow (194M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EXPD scores higher overall (64/100 vs 57/100) and 32.1% revenue growth. UPS offers better value entry with a 16.0% 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.
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Expeditors (Expeditors International of Washington) is an American worldwide logistics and freight forwarding company headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
United Parcel Service Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
United Parcel Service is an American multinational shipping & receiving and supply chain management company founded in 1907.
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