Gulf Island Fabrication Inc (GIFI)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
GIFI
Gulf Island Fabrication Inc
$12.00
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $188.30M
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$122.73
+0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 18096% more annual revenue ($27.82B vs $152.87M). PCAR leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 6.5%. GIFI trades at a lower P/E of 19.6x. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GIFI
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.9%
Fair Value
$8.28
Current Price
$12.00
$3.72 premium
Margin of Safety
-43.2%
Fair Value
$85.69
Current Price
$122.73
$37.04 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.5% margin — thin
Revenue declined 9.0%
Earnings declined 37.8%
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
4.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GIFI
The strongest argument for GIFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GIFI
The primary concerns for GIFI are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PCAR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
PCAR is growing revenue faster at 0.5% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (309M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor METAL FABRICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 35/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Gulf Island Fabrication Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc., is a manufacturer of steel structures, modules and marine vessels in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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