Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$186.94
+2.49%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $160.89B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$878.83
-0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 29% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $16.32B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 11.1%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.80. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
GLW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 138.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 89.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLW profiles as a growth stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLW scores higher overall (62/100 vs 55/100) and 20.0% revenue growth. 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.
Corning Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
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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