ABM Industries Incorporated (ABM)vsCopart Inc (CPRT)
ABM
ABM Industries Incorporated
$53.93
+1.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.00B
CPRT
Copart Inc
$28.96
+0.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $25.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ABM Industries Incorporated generates 96% more annual revenue ($9.15B vs $4.67B). CPRT leads profitability with a 31.8% profit margin vs 1.8%. ABM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.25. CPRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ABM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
CPRT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.3%
Fair Value
$48.34
Current Price
$53.93
$5.59 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.1%
Fair Value
$165.55
Current Price
$28.96
$136.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.6% YoY
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% revenue growth
1.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
2.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 15.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABM
The strongest argument for ABM centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : CPRT
The strongest argument for CPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.8% and operating margin at 32.0%.
Bear Case : ABM
The primary concerns for ABM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CPRT
The primary concerns for CPRT are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
ABM is growing revenue faster at 4.2% — sustainability is the question.
CPRT generates stronger free cash flow (279M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CPRT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 31.8% margins. 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.
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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