Crane Company (CR)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
CR
Crane Company
$201.82
+2.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.71B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$950.23
+1.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 730% more annual revenue ($21.50B vs $2.59B). PH leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 13.0%. CR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.32. CR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PH
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.5%
Revenue surging 25.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CR
The strongest argument for CR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%.
Bear Case : CR
The primary concerns for CR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CR profiles as a growth stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
CR is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100) and 25.6% revenue growth. 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.
Crane Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Crane Co. manufactures and sells industrial engineering products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, continental Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
Visit Website →Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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