Insteel Industries Inc (IIIN)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
IIIN
Insteel Industries Inc
$27.00
+0.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $524.12M
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$134.03
-2.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 1411% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $689.91M). IIIN leads profitability with a 6.2% profit margin vs 5.5%. IIIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. IIIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
IIIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.4%
Fair Value
$43.39
Current Price
$27.00
$16.39 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.3%
Fair Value
$261.67
Current Price
$134.03
$127.64 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Earnings declined 48.5%
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IIIN
The strongest argument for IIIN centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : IIIN
The primary concerns for IIIN are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
IIIN is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
IIIN generates stronger free cash flow (671,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor METAL FABRICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IIIN scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). OSK offers better value entry with a 33.3% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Insteel Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Insteel Industries, Inc., manufactures and markets steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. The company is headquartered in Mount Airy, North Carolina.
Visit Website →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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