Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsPark Aerospace Corp (PKE)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$902.66
+3.43%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.35B
PKE
Park Aerospace Corp
$34.24
+1.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $672.70M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 31673% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $66.05M). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 13.1%. PKE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. PKE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
PKE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Earnings expanding 87.7% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Revenue surging 20.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PKE
The strongest argument for PKE centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PKE
The primary concerns for PKE are Market Cap, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 78.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while PKE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
PKE is growing revenue faster at 20.3% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PKE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100) and 20.3% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Park Aerospace Corp
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Park Aerospace Corp. The company is headquartered in Westbury, New York.
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