Burlington Stores Inc (BURL)vsWestinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)
BURL
Burlington Stores Inc
$304.51
-0.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $19.26B
WAB
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
$265.71
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $45.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Burlington Stores Inc generates 0% more annual revenue ($11.56B vs $11.51B). WAB leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 5.3%. BURL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. BURL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
BURL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WAB
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.2%
Fair Value
$270.17
Current Price
$304.51
$34.34 premium
Margin of Safety
+16.1%
Fair Value
$303.40
Current Price
$265.71
$37.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 20.2% YoY
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.4x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BURL
The strongest argument for BURL centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAB
Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BURL
The primary concerns for BURL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WAB
The primary concerns for WAB are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BURL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
WAB is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
WAB generates stronger free cash flow (153M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BURL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 64/100) and 11.3% revenue growth. WAB offers better value entry with a 16.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Burlington Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Burlington Stores, Inc. is a branded apparel retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey.
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Wabtec Corporation (derived from Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation) is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company (WABCO) and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999. It is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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