Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vsWoodward Inc (WWD)
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$909.42
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
WWD
Woodward Inc
$362.99
+0.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $21.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 440% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $3.79B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 12.9%. WWD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.88. WWD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WWD
Buy65
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%
Earnings expanding 52.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Revenue surging 29.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Trading at 8.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WWD
The strongest argument for WWD centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 29.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WWD
The primary concerns for WWD are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PH profiles as a mature stock while WWD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
WWD is growing revenue faster at 29.0% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WWD scores higher overall (65/100 vs 54/100) and 29.0% 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.
Woodward Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Woodward, Inc. designs, manufactures and services control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado.
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