Mueller Water Products (MWA)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
MWA
Mueller Water Products
$25.33
+0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.04B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$882.34
+1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $105.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 1334% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $1.46B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 14.2%. MWA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. MWA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
MWA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MWA
The strongest argument for MWA centers on Operating Margin. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : MWA
The primary concerns for MWA are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MWA profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — 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
MWA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 55/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Mueller Water Products
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Mueller Water Products, Inc. manufactures and markets products and services for use in the transmission, distribution, and metering of water in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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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