Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsMayville Engineering Co Inc (MEC)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$483.60
-1.83%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $27.90B
MEC
Mayville Engineering Co Inc
$32.58
+0.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $847.68M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carpenter Technology Corporation generates 445% more annual revenue ($3.03B vs $555.69M). CRS leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs -2.9%. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CRS
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
MEC
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.8%
Earnings expanding 47.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : MEC
The strongest argument for MEC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 59.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MEC
The primary concerns for MEC are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRS profiles as a mature stock while MEC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
CRS is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
CRS generates stronger free cash flow (125M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRS scores higher overall (66/100 vs 29/100), backed by strong 15.8% margins and 11.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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
Mayville Engineering Company, Inc., is a contract manufacturer serving medium-duty and heavy commercial vehicles, construction and access equipment, motorsports, agriculture, military, and other end markets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mayville, Wisconsin.
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