Golden Ocean Group Ltd (GOGL)vsMatson Inc (MATX)
GOGL
Golden Ocean Group Ltd
$23.16
+3.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.59B
MATX
Matson Inc
$230.18
+0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Matson Inc generates 301% more annual revenue ($3.46B vs $863.61M). MATX leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 13.2%. MATX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. MATX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOGL
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MATX
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 46.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 42.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOGL
The strongest argument for GOGL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : MATX
The strongest argument for MATX centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GOGL
The primary concerns for GOGL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MATX
The primary concerns for MATX are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOGL profiles as a declining stock while MATX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MATX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
MATX is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
GOGL generates stronger free cash flow (-3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MATX scores higher overall (69/100 vs 42/100) and 16.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Golden Ocean Group Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Golden Ocean Group Limited, a shipping company, owns and operates a fleet of dry bulk vessels comprising Newcastlemax, Capesize, Panamax and Ultramax vessels globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
Matson Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Matson, Inc. provides logistics and shipping services. The company is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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