Ford Motor Company (F)vsVirco Manufacturing Corporation (VIRC)
F
Ford Motor Company
$11.95
+2.05%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $49.57B
VIRC
Virco Manufacturing Corporation
$6.28
+1.95%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $99.15M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ford Motor Company generates 97818% more annual revenue ($187.97B vs $191.97M). VIRC leads profitability with a -1.3% profit margin vs -3.9%. F earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
F
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
VIRC
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.1%
Fair Value
$12.07
Current Price
$11.95
$0.12 premium
Margin of Safety
-66.8%
Fair Value
$3.65
Current Price
$6.28
$2.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 430.8% YoY
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 1.9%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -20.7% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.0%
Earnings declined 15.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : F
The strongest argument for F centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : VIRC
The strongest argument for VIRC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : F
The primary concerns for F are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 4.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VIRC
The primary concerns for VIRC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
F carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
F is growing revenue faster at -3.8% — sustainability is the question.
F generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
F scores higher overall (48/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Ford Motor Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Ford Motor Company, commonly known as Ford, is an American multinational automaker that has its main headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan.
Visit Website →Virco Manufacturing Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
Virco Mfg. The company is headquartered in Torrance, California.
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