Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$280.36
-1.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $108.21B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$139.50
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 21% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $8.62B). HWM leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 5.5%. HWM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
HWM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 71.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.4x book value
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HWM
The strongest argument for HWM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 28.2%. Revenue growth of 19.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 62.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWM profiles as a growth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
HWM is growing revenue faster at 19.1% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (359M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 20.2% margins and 19.1% 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.
Howmet Aerospace Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is an American aerospace company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company manufactures components for jet engines, fasteners and titanium structures for aerospace applications, and forged aluminum wheels for heavy trucks.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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