Matson Inc (MATX)vsPangaea Logistic (PANL)
MATX
Matson Inc
$164.30
+0.71%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.12B
PANL
Pangaea Logistic
$6.96
-2.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $453.31M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Matson Inc generates 429% more annual revenue ($3.34B vs $632.04M). MATX leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 3.1%. MATX trades at a lower P/E of 11.8x. MATX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
MATX
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
PANL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.3%
Fair Value
$566.82
Current Price
$164.30
$402.52 discount
Margin of Safety
-257.5%
Fair Value
$2.52
Current Price
$6.96
$4.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 4.3%
1.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.3% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MATX
The strongest argument for MATX centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PANL
The strongest argument for PANL centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 24.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MATX
The primary concerns for MATX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PANL
The primary concerns for PANL are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MATX profiles as a declining stock while PANL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MATX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
PANL is growing revenue faster at 24.9% — sustainability is the question.
MATX generates stronger free cash flow (88M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MATX scores higher overall (64/100 vs 46/100). 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.
Matson Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Matson, Inc. provides logistics and shipping services. The company is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Pangea Logistics Solutions, Ltd., provides dry bulk shipping and logistics services by sea to industrial customers around the world. The company is headquartered in Newport, Rhode Island.
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