CH Robinson Worldwide Inc (CHRW)vsForward Air Corporation (FWRD)
CHRW
CH Robinson Worldwide Inc
$184.59
+1.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $22.84B
FWRD
Forward Air Corporation
$9.67
-5.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $327.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CH Robinson Worldwide Inc generates 557% more annual revenue ($16.20B vs $2.46B). CHRW leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs -3.7%. FWRD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. FWRD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CHRW
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
FWRD
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 145.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.8x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.0%
ROE of -112.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHRW
The strongest argument for CHRW centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : FWRD
The strongest argument for FWRD centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CHRW
The primary concerns for CHRW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FWRD
The primary concerns for FWRD are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 26.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHRW profiles as a value stock while FWRD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FWRD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
CHRW is growing revenue faster at -0.8% — sustainability is the question.
CHRW generates stronger free cash flow (66M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FWRD scores higher overall (50/100 vs 48/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
CH Robinson Worldwide Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
C.H. Robinson is an American Fortune 500 provider of multimodal transportation services and third-party logistics (3PL). The company offers freight transportation, transportation management, brokerage and warehousing. It offers truckload, less than truckload, air freight, intermodal, and ocean transportation.
Forward Air Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Forward Air Corporation is a light freight logistics and transportation company in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Greeneville, Tennessee.
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