Marine Products Corporation (MPX)vsThor Industries Inc (THO)
MPX
Marine Products Corporation
$7.39
-1.20%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $300.29M
THO
Thor Industries Inc
$81.62
-1.75%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Thor Industries Inc generates 4263% more annual revenue ($9.93B vs $227.67M). MPX leads profitability with a 5.8% profit margin vs 3.0%. THO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. THO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
MPX
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
THO
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-212.0%
Fair Value
$2.58
Current Price
$7.39
$4.81 premium
Margin of Safety
+54.5%
Fair Value
$263.48
Current Price
$81.62
$181.86 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 39.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.7%
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MPX
The strongest argument for MPX centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : THO
The strongest argument for THO centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MPX
The primary concerns for MPX are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : THO
The primary concerns for THO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
THO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
MPX is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
MPX generates stronger free cash flow (4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RECREATIONAL VEHICLES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
THO scores higher overall (68/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Marine Products Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RECREATIONAL VEHICLES · USA
Marine Products Corporation designs, manufactures and sells fiberglass recreational boats for the sports boat, sport fishing and powerboat markets globally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Thor Industries Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RECREATIONAL VEHICLES · USA
Thor Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells recreational vehicles (RVs) and related parts and accessories in the United States, Canada, and Europe. The company is headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana.
Compare with Other RECREATIONAL VEHICLES Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?