Copart Inc (CPRT)vsRentokil Initial PLC (RTO)
CPRT
Copart Inc
$28.91
-1.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $27.11B
RTO
Rentokil Initial PLC
$21.36
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rentokil Initial PLC generates 53% more annual revenue ($7.13B vs $4.67B). CPRT leads profitability with a 31.8% profit margin vs 6.7%. RTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. CPRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CPRT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
RTO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.5%
Fair Value
$167.83
Current Price
$28.91
$138.92 discount
Margin of Safety
-23.5%
Fair Value
$26.32
Current Price
$21.36
$4.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.2% earnings growth
6.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPRT
The strongest argument for CPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.8% and operating margin at 32.0%.
Bull Case : RTO
The strongest argument for RTO centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CPRT
The primary concerns for CPRT are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RTO
The primary concerns for RTO are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
RTO is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
RTO generates stronger free cash flow (368M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CPRT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 31.8% margins. Both earn "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.
Copart Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Copart, Inc. or simply Copart is a global provider of online vehicle auction and remarketing services to automotive resellers such as insurance, rental car, fleet and finance companies in 11 countries: the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, Ireland, Brazil, Spain, Dubai, Bahrain, Oman and Finland.
Rentokil Initial PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Rentokil Initial plc offers route-based services in North America, the UK, the rest of Europe, Asia, the Pacific and internationally. The company is headquartered in Crawley, the United Kingdom.
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