Boston Omaha Corp (BOC)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
BOC
Boston Omaha Corp
$13.73
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $404.83M
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$86.77
+0.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Otter Tail Corporation generates 1043% more annual revenue ($1.31B vs $114.89M). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs -12.1%. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
BOC
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
OTTR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Areas to Watch
1.9% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BOC
The strongest argument for BOC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : BOC
The primary concerns for BOC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BOC profiles as a turnaround stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BOC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
OTTR is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
BOC generates stronger free cash flow (-3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Boston Omaha Corp
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Boston Omaha Corporation, is engaged in the outdoor billboard advertising business in the southeastern United States. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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