Insteel Industries Inc (IIIN)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
IIIN
Insteel Industries Inc
$29.48
+1.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $580.75M
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$111.31
+0.58%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $59.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 3831% more annual revenue ($27.82B vs $707.68M). PCAR leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 5.1%. PCAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. IIIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
IIIN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
PCAR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.9%
Fair Value
$30.98
Current Price
$29.48
$1.50 premium
Margin of Safety
-29.0%
Fair Value
$85.78
Current Price
$111.31
$25.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.1% margin — thin
Earnings declined 40.9%
0.5% revenue growth
4.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IIIN
The strongest argument for IIIN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IIIN
The primary concerns for IIIN are Market Cap, Profit Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PCAR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
IIIN is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (309M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor METAL FABRICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IIIN scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100). 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.
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 →PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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