Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.17
-3.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.85B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$466.61
+0.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 151% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $4.23B). VMI leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 5.2%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
OSK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VMI
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (65/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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