MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc (MSM)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
MSM
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
$120.51
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.67B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$12.31
+0.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
QXO, Inc. generates 153% more annual revenue ($9.90B vs $3.91B). MSM leads profitability with a 5.9% profit margin vs -5.2%. QXO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. MSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MSM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
QXO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.4%
Fair Value
$96.39
Current Price
$120.51
$24.12 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QXO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 41.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 70.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
5.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSM
The strongest argument for MSM centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MSM
The primary concerns for MSM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSM profiles as a value stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.29 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 70.3% — sustainability is the question.
MSM generates stronger free cash flow (81M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSM scores higher overall (61/100 vs 54/100). 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.
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., distributes metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Melville, New York.
QXO, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
QXO, Inc. is a business application, technology, and consulting company in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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