Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$147.89
+0.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.28B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$328.29
+3.96%
UTILITIES · Cap: $14.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 297% more annual revenue ($10.42B vs $2.63B). OSK leads profitability with a 6.2% profit margin vs -8.3%. OSK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
OSK
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-156.1%
Fair Value
$68.14
Current Price
$147.89
$79.75 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 58.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.5% revenue growth
6.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.7x book value
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -36.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 58.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK profiles as a value stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.61 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 58.0% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (526M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OSK scores higher overall (48/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
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