ABM Industries Incorporated (ABM)vsCopart Inc (CPRT)
ABM
ABM Industries Incorporated
$38.52
+1.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.19B
CPRT
Copart Inc
$33.08
+0.73%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $31.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ABM Industries Incorporated generates 92% more annual revenue ($8.87B vs $4.61B). CPRT leads profitability with a 33.8% profit margin vs 1.8%. ABM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.25. CPRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ABM
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
CPRT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-170.7%
Fair Value
$17.27
Current Price
$38.52
$21.25 premium
Margin of Safety
-265.5%
Fair Value
$10.81
Current Price
$33.08
$22.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Earnings declined 7.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.6%
Earnings declined 10.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABM
The strongest argument for ABM centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : CPRT
The strongest argument for CPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.8% and operating margin at 34.6%.
Bear Case : ABM
The primary concerns for ABM are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CPRT
The primary concerns for CPRT are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABM profiles as a value stock while CPRT is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
ABM is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
CPRT generates stronger free cash flow (58M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CPRT scores higher overall (53/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 33.8% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
ABM Industries Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
ABM Industries Incorporated provides integrated facility solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Visit Website →Copart Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Copart, Inc. or simply Copart is a global provider of online vehicle auction and remarketing services to automotive resellers such as insurance, rental car, fleet and finance companies in 11 countries: the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, Ireland, Brazil, Spain, Dubai, Bahrain, Oman and Finland.
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