Brady Corporation (BRC)vsNL Industries Inc (NL)
BRC
Brady Corporation
$83.58
-0.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.95B
NL
NL Industries Inc
$5.81
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $283.89M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brady Corporation generates 891% more annual revenue ($1.57B vs $158.28M). BRC leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -23.9%. BRC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BRC
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
NL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.3%
Fair Value
$169.78
Current Price
$83.58
$86.20 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 20.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 40.4%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.9%
Earnings declined 95.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRC
The strongest argument for BRC centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : NL
The strongest argument for NL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : BRC
The primary concerns for BRC are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NL
The primary concerns for NL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRC profiles as a value stock while NL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
BRC is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
BRC generates stronger free cash flow (42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRC scores higher overall (65/100 vs 36/100). 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.
Brady Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Brady Corporation manufactures and supplies Identification Solutions (IDS) and Workplace Security Products (WPS) to identify and protect facilities, products, and people in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Visit Website →NL Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
NL Industries, Inc., through its subsidiary, CompX International Inc., operates in the component products industry in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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