Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsTredegar Corporation (TG)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$406.64
+1.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.90B
TG
Tredegar Corporation
$7.69
-0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $293.30M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carpenter Technology Corporation generates 326% more annual revenue ($2.94B vs $691.47M). CRS leads profitability with a 14.8% profit margin vs -7.8%. TG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CRS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
-1781.3%
Fair Value
$0.48
Current Price
$7.69
$7.21 premium
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 33.5% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 81.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRS
The strongest argument for CRS centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TG
The strongest argument for TG centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 33.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.90 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 : TG
The primary concerns for TG are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 120.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRS profiles as a value stock while TG is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
TG is growing revenue faster at 33.5% — sustainability is the question.
CRS generates stronger free cash flow (86M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Carpenter Technology Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Carpenter Technology Corporation manufactures, manufactures and distributes specialty metals worldwide. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →Tredegar Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Tredegar Corporation manufactures and sells aluminum extrusions, PE films, and polyester films in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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