Alta Equipment Group Inc (ALTG)vsRyder System Inc (R)
ALTG
Alta Equipment Group Inc
$6.42
-7.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $209.53M
R
Ryder System Inc
$265.22
+0.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ryder System Inc generates 594% more annual revenue ($12.66B vs $1.82B). R leads profitability with a 3.9% profit margin vs -4.3%. R earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
ALTG
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
R
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.6%
Fair Value
$14.33
Current Price
$6.42
$7.91 discount
Margin of Safety
-89.4%
Fair Value
$114.76
Current Price
$265.22
$150.46 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 45.4% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -570.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.5% earnings growth
3.9% margin — thin
Revenue declined 0.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTG
The strongest argument for ALTG centers on Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : R
The strongest argument for R centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.86 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALTG
The primary concerns for ALTG are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : R
The primary concerns for R are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALTG profiles as a turnaround stock while R is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.81 — expect wider price swings.
R is growing revenue faster at -0.2% — sustainability is the question.
R generates stronger free cash flow (156M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
R scores higher overall (55/100 vs 33/100). ALTG offers better value entry with a 51.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alta Equipment Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Alta Equipment Group Inc. owns and operates integrated equipment distribution platforms in the United States. The company is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan.
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INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Ryder System, Inc. is a global transportation and logistics company. The company is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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