Knightscope Inc (KSCP)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
KSCP
Knightscope Inc
$1.36
-3.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $33.30M
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$122.73
+0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 134217% more annual revenue ($27.82B vs $20.71M). PCAR leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs -217.3%. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
KSCP
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.8%
Fair Value
$3.74
Current Price
$1.35
$2.39 discount
Margin of Safety
-43.2%
Fair Value
$85.69
Current Price
$122.73
$37.04 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 228.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -142.8% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
4.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KSCP
The strongest argument for KSCP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 228.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KSCP
The primary concerns for KSCP are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KSCP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KSCP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
KSCP is growing revenue faster at 228.3% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (309M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 36/100). 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.
Knightscope Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Knightscope, Inc. designs, develops, builds, deploys and supports physical security technologies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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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