Lichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares (LICN)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
LICN
Lichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares
$4.16
+8.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $89.80M
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$909.42
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 54258% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $37.64M). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs -43.2%. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
LICN
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+27.1%
Fair Value
$4.20
Current Price
$4.16
$0.04 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -24.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.2%
Earnings declined 51.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LICN
The strongest argument for LICN centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bear Case : LICN
The primary concerns for LICN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LICN profiles as a turnaround stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (54/100 vs 21/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins. LICN offers better value entry with a 27.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Lichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Lichen China Limited, an investment holding company, provides financial and taxation, education support, and software and maintenance services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Jinjiang, China.
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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