Commercial Metals Company (CMC)vsCarpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)
CMC
Commercial Metals Company
$75.13
+1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.57B
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$570.66
+2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $27.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Commercial Metals Company generates 192% more annual revenue ($8.85B vs $3.03B). CRS leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs 6.7%. CRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CMC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
CRS
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 112.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.8%
Earnings expanding 47.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.7x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMC
The strongest argument for CMC centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CRS
The strongest argument for CRS centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 22.8%. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMC
The primary concerns for CMC are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 53.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMC profiles as a growth stock while CRS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
CMC is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
CRS generates stronger free cash flow (125M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 66/100) and 22.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Commercial Metals Company
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Commercial Metals Company manufactures, recycles, and manufactures steel and metal products and related materials and services in the United States, Poland, China, Germany, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Carpenter Technology Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Carpenter Technology Corporation manufactures, manufactures and distributes specialty metals worldwide. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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