James Hardie Industries PLC ADR (JHX)vsKnife River Corporation (KNF)
JHX
James Hardie Industries PLC ADR
$28.47
+0.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $17.33B
KNF
Knife River Corporation
$56.50
-1.96%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
James Hardie Industries PLC ADR generates 64% more annual revenue ($5.41B vs $3.31B). KNF leads profitability with a 4.2% profit margin vs 2.7%. JHX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. JHX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
JHX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
KNF
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for JHX.
Margin of Safety
-84.2%
Fair Value
$43.77
Current Price
$56.50
$12.73 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 63.9% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 23.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JHX
The strongest argument for JHX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 63.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KNF
The strongest argument for KNF centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JHX
The primary concerns for JHX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 135.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KNF
The primary concerns for KNF are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 4.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JHX profiles as a hypergrowth stock while KNF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JHX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
JHX is growing revenue faster at 63.9% — sustainability is the question.
JHX generates stronger free cash flow (254M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JHX scores higher overall (63/100 vs 52/100) and 63.9% revenue growth. 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.
James Hardie Industries PLC ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
James Hardie Industries plc manufactures and sells fiber cement, gypsum fiber and cement bonded construction products for interior and exterior building construction applications primarily in the United States, Australia, Europe, New Zealand, the Philippines and Canada. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
Knife River Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Knife River Corporation provides aggregates-based construction materials and contracting services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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