Masco Corporation (MAS)vsPerma-Pipe International Holdings Inc (PPIH)
MAS
Masco Corporation
$68.52
+1.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.99B
PPIH
Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc
$30.91
+5.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $230.61M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Masco Corporation generates 3453% more annual revenue ($7.62B vs $214.44M). MAS leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 6.5%. MAS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. MAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
MAS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
PPIH
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 85 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 23.6%
Earnings expanding 24.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAS
The strongest argument for MAS centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : PPIH
The strongest argument for PPIH centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : MAS
The primary concerns for MAS are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PPIH
The primary concerns for PPIH are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAS profiles as a declining stock while PPIH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MAS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
PPIH is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
MAS generates stronger free cash flow (780M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MAS scores higher overall (65/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Masco Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Masco Corporation is a manufacturer of products for the home improvement and new home construction markets.
Visit Website →Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells leak detection systems and specialty piping. The company is headquartered in Niles, Illinois.
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