Luxfer Holdings PLC (LXFR)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
LXFR
Luxfer Holdings PLC
$17.26
-0.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $459.86M
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$928.83
-2.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 5857% more annual revenue ($21.50B vs $360.90M). PH leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 2.7%. LXFR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
LXFR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PH
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 84.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.6% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LXFR
The strongest argument for LXFR centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, 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 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%.
Bear Case : LXFR
The primary concerns for LXFR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LXFR profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. 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.
Luxfer Holdings PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Luxfer Holdings PLC designs, manufactures and supplies high performance high pressure gas containment materials, components and devices for defense and emergency response, healthcare, transportation and general industrial end market applications. The company is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.
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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