Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsInsteel Industries Inc (IIIN)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$406.64
+1.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.90B
IIIN
Insteel Industries Inc
$33.89
+1.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $593.72M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carpenter Technology Corporation generates 334% more annual revenue ($2.94B vs $677.91M). CRS leads profitability with a 14.8% profit margin vs 7.0%. IIIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. IIIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CRS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
IIIN
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.4%
Fair Value
$431.96
Current Price
$406.64
$25.32 discount
Margin of Safety
+67.3%
Fair Value
$113.72
Current Price
$33.88
$79.84 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.1%
Earnings expanding 25.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.0% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRS
The strongest argument for CRS centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : IIIN
The strongest argument for IIIN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.84 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : IIIN
The primary concerns for IIIN are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRS profiles as a value stock while IIIN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
IIIN is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
CRS generates stronger free cash flow (86M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IIIN scores higher overall (73/100 vs 63/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. 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.
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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INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Insteel Industries, Inc., manufactures and markets steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. The company is headquartered in Mount Airy, North Carolina.
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