Griffon Corporation (GFF)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
GFF
Griffon Corporation
$85.50
-0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.30B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$139.50
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 313% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $2.53B). OSK leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 0.3%. GFF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. GFF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
GFF
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.7x book value
Revenue declined 1.1%
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFF
The strongest argument for GFF centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : GFF
The primary concerns for GFF are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 91.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 15.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 0.2% — sustainability is the question.
GFF generates stronger free cash flow (12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GFF scores higher overall (55/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Griffon Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Griffon Corporation engages in the consumer and professional products, home and construction products, and defense electronics businesses primarily in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and China. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Visit Website →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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