NL Industries Inc (NL)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
NL
NL Industries Inc
$6.00
+0.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $285.85M
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$118.80
+0.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 17450% more annual revenue ($27.78B vs $158.28M). PCAR leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs -23.9%. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
NL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PCAR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+19.1%
Fair Value
$7.94
Current Price
$6.00
$1.94 discount
Margin of Safety
-24.7%
Fair Value
$103.83
Current Price
$118.80
$14.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 40.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.9%
Earnings declined 95.5%
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NL
The strongest argument for NL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NL
The primary concerns for NL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NL profiles as a turnaround stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PCAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
NL is growing revenue faster at -1.9% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (778M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (52/100 vs 36/100). NL offers better value entry with a 19.1% 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.
NL Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
NL Industries, Inc., through its subsidiary, CompX International Inc., operates in the component products industry in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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