Griffon Corporation (GFF)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
GFF
Griffon Corporation
$88.02
-2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.22B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$878.83
-0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 727% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $2.54B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 1.8%. GFF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
GFF
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
2.6% revenue growth
1.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 37.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFF
The strongest argument for GFF centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GFF
The primary concerns for GFF are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 89.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 15.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFF profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFF scores higher overall (55/100 vs 55/100). 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.
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 →Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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