NL Industries Inc (NL)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
NL
NL Industries Inc
$7.01
-0.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $322.24M
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$122.86
+0.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 17088% more annual revenue ($27.82B vs $161.83M). PCAR leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs -15.8%. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
NL
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NL.
Margin of Safety
-43.2%
Fair Value
$85.69
Current Price
$122.86
$37.17 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 2421.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
4.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NL
The strongest argument for NL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NL
The primary concerns for NL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS 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 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
NL is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (309M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 45/100). 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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