Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsConstruction Partners Inc (ROAD)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$147.37
-1.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.23B
ROAD
Construction Partners Inc
$115.35
-1.48%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 241% more annual revenue ($10.42B vs $3.06B). OSK leads profitability with a 6.2% profit margin vs 4.0%. ROAD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. ROAD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
OSK
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
ROAD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.8%
Fair Value
$259.60
Current Price
$147.37
$112.23 discount
Margin of Safety
-13.2%
Fair Value
$118.60
Current Price
$115.35
$3.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 80.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.5% revenue growth
6.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : ROAD
The strongest argument for ROAD centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : ROAD
The primary concerns for ROAD are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 52.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK profiles as a value stock while ROAD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
ROAD is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (526M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ROAD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 48/100) and 44.1% revenue growth. OSK offers better value entry with a 32.8% 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.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Construction Partners Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Construction Partners, Inc., a civil infrastructure company, is engaged in the construction and maintenance of highways in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The company is headquartered in Dothan, Alabama.
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