Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsMueller Industries Inc (MLI)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$278.31
-0.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.29B
MLI
Mueller Industries Inc
$52.96
+0.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mueller Industries Inc generates 57% more annual revenue ($5.00B vs $3.19B). CRS leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 17.3%. CRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CRS
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
MLI
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Earnings expanding 33.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 31.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 17.9% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bull Case : MLI
The strongest argument for MLI centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 19.5%. Revenue growth of 31.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MLI
The primary concerns for MLI are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRS profiles as a mature stock while MLI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
MLI is growing revenue faster at 31.6% — sustainability is the question.
MLI generates stronger free cash flow (315M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRS scores higher overall (68/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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
Mueller Industries, Inc. manufactures and sells copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, the Middle East, China, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Collierville, Tennessee.
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