Fuel Tech Inc (FTEK)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
FTEK
Fuel Tech Inc
$1.73
+6.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $43.08M
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$145.85
-1.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 38763% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $27.30M). OSK leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs -12.8%. FTEK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.33. OSK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
FTEK
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
OSK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.4%
Fair Value
$2.23
Current Price
$1.73
$0.50 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 276.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.7% revenue growth
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTEK
The strongest argument for FTEK centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FTEK
The primary concerns for FTEK are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTEK profiles as a growth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTEK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
FTEK is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OSK scores higher overall (50/100 vs 45/100). FTEK offers better value entry with a 40.4% margin of safety. 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.
Fuel Tech Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Fuel Tech, Inc. provides boiler optimization, efficiency improvement, and air pollution control and reduction solutions to industrial and utility customers around the world. The company is headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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