Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$104.83
+0.74%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $180.82B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$921.56
-0.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $116.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 117% more annual revenue ($44.33B vs $20.46B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 14.7%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ABT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-315.5%
Fair Value
$25.23
Current Price
$104.83
$79.60 premium
Margin of Safety
-435.1%
Fair Value
$186.12
Current Price
$921.56
$735.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABT profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (54/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 17.3% 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.
Abbott Laboratories
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States. The company was founded by Chicago physician Wallace Calvin Abbott in 1888 to formulate known drugs; today, it sells medical devices, diagnostics, branded generic medicines and nutritional products. It split off its research-based pharmaceuticals business into AbbVie in 2013.
Visit Website →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.
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