Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsRockwell Automation Inc (ROK)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$950.23
+1.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.77B
ROK
Rockwell Automation Inc
$418.87
-2.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $47.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 140% more annual revenue ($21.50B vs $8.97B). PH leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 13.4%. ROK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. ROK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
PH
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
ROK
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Earnings expanding 40.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%.
Bull Case : ROK
The strongest argument for ROK centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : ROK
The primary concerns for ROK are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 40.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while ROK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ROK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ROK scores higher overall (66/100 vs 60/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Rockwell Automation Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Rockwell Automation, Inc. is an American provider of industrial automation and information technology. Its brands include Allen-Bradley and Factory Talk software.
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