Hillenbrand Inc (HI)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
HI
Hillenbrand Inc
$31.98
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.26B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$964.85
+0.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 704% more annual revenue ($21.50B vs $2.67B). PH leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. HI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.74. HI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
HI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PH
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.2% earnings growth
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HI
The strongest argument for HI centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.74 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 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%.
Bear Case : HI
The primary concerns for HI are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 52.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HI profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100). 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.
Hillenbrand Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Hillenbrand, Inc. is a diversified industrial company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Batesville, Indiana.
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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