Alliance Laundry Holdings Inc. (ALH)vsHamilton Beach Brands Holding Co Class A (HBB)
ALH
Alliance Laundry Holdings Inc.
$25.05
+0.44%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.05B
HBB
Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Co Class A
$19.52
-1.61%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $263.46M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alliance Laundry Holdings Inc. generates 193% more annual revenue ($1.75B vs $595.44M). ALH leads profitability with a 8.1% profit margin vs 4.7%. HBB trades at a lower P/E of 9.3x. ALH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ALH
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
HBB
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ALH.
Margin of Safety
-48.7%
Fair Value
$12.75
Current Price
$19.52
$6.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 185 in profit
Earnings expanding 180.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.5x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.1%
Revenue declined 8.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALH
The strongest argument for ALH centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : HBB
The strongest argument for HBB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ALH
The primary concerns for ALH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.49 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HBB
The primary concerns for HBB are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALH is growing revenue faster at 9.6% — sustainability is the question.
ALH generates stronger free cash flow (75M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ALH scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Alliance Laundry Holdings Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
Alliance Laundry Holdings Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells commercial laundry systems and service parts under the Speed Queen, UniMac, Huebsch, Primus, and IPSO brands in North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ripon, Wisconsin.
Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Co Class A
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company designs, markets, and distributes small electrical appliances and specialty appliances in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia.
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