Bloom Energy Corp (BE)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
BE
Bloom Energy Corp
$291.34
+4.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $86.14B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$882.34
+1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $105.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 757% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $2.45B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 0.3%. BE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
BE
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 130.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 89.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BE
The strongest argument for BE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 130.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BE
The primary concerns for BE are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.01 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BE carries more volatility with a beta of 3.83 — expect wider price swings.
BE is growing revenue faster at 130.4% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (55/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins and 10.6% revenue growth. 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.
Bloom Energy Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures and sells solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation in the United States, Japan, China, India, and the Republic of Korea. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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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