Middleby Corp (MIDD)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
MIDD
Middleby Corp
$158.23
+11.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.47B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$886.85
-1.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 556% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $3.20B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs -8.7%. MIDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
MIDD
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.5%
Fair Value
$331.24
Current Price
$158.23
$173.01 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 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 14.5%
Earnings declined 64.2%
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MIDD
The strongest argument for MIDD 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 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MIDD
The primary concerns for MIDD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MIDD profiles as a turnaround stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MIDD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (55/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins and 10.6% revenue growth. MIDD offers better value entry with a 50.5% margin of safety. 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.
Middleby Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Middleby Corporation designs, manufactures, markets, distributes and services a variety of residential kitchen, food processing and foodservice equipment in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.
Visit Website →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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