Enpro Industries (NPO)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
NPO
Enpro Industries
$300.49
+2.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.29B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$950.23
+1.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 1657% more annual revenue ($21.50B vs $1.22B). PH leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 3.6%. NPO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.81. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
NPO
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PH
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
17.6% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% earnings growth
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NPO
The strongest argument for NPO centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%.
Bear Case : NPO
The primary concerns for NPO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 144.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NPO profiles as a growth stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NPO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
NPO is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (60/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. 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.
Enpro Industries
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
EnPro Industries, Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, manufacture, marketing and service of engineered industrial products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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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