Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsRBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$909.42
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
RBC
RBC Bearings Incorporated
$599.09
+2.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 1043% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $1.79B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 15.0%. RBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. RBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RBC
Buy58
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 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Strong operational efficiency at 22.4%
17.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
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 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bull Case : RBC
The strongest argument for RBC centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RBC
The primary concerns for RBC are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while RBC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RBC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
RBC is growing revenue faster at 17.0% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RBC scores higher overall (58/100 vs 54/100) and 17.0% 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.
RBC Bearings Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Regal Beloit Corporation designs, manufactures and sells electric motors, electric motion controls, and power generation and transmission products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin.
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