CNH Industrial N.V. (CNH)vsKLA Corporation (KLAC)
CNH
CNH Industrial N.V.
$11.16
+3.91%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.33B
KLAC
KLA Corporation
$1,543.82
-1.43%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $205.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CNH Industrial N.V. generates 42% more annual revenue ($18.09B vs $12.74B). KLAC leads profitability with a 35.8% profit margin vs 2.8%. CNH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.59. KLAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
CNH
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
KLAC
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-358.8%
Fair Value
$2.79
Current Price
$11.16
$8.37 premium
Margin of Safety
+3.9%
Fair Value
$1605.71
Current Price
$1543.82
$61.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Earnings expanding 40.9% YoY
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 37.0x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNH
The strongest argument for CNH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.59 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KLAC
The strongest argument for KLAC centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.8% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bear Case : CNH
The primary concerns for CNH are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KLAC
The primary concerns for KLAC are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNH profiles as a value stock while KLAC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KLAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
KLAC is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
KLAC generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KLAC scores higher overall (70/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 35.8% margins. 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.
CNH Industrial N.V.
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
CNH Industrial N.V., an equipment and services company, engages in the design, production, marketing, sale, and financing of agricultural and construction equipment in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, South America, and the Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Basildon, the United Kingdom.
KLA Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
KLA Corporation is a capital equipment company based in Milpitas, California. It supplies process control and yield management systems for the semiconductor industry and other related nanoelectronics industries. The company's products and services are intended for all phases of wafer, reticle, integrated circuit (IC) and packaging production, from research and development to final volume manufacturing.
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