Carlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL)vsGriffon Corporation (GFF)
CSL
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
$360.39
-0.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.59B
GFF
Griffon Corporation
$88.02
-2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carlisle Companies Incorporated generates 96% more annual revenue ($4.98B vs $2.54B). CSL leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 1.8%. GFF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. GFF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
CSL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
GFF
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.0%
Earnings declined 3.2%
2.6% revenue growth
1.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 37.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSL
The strongest argument for CSL centers on Return on Equity. PEG of 1.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GFF
The strongest argument for GFF centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CSL
The primary concerns for CSL are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GFF
The primary concerns for GFF are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 89.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 15.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSL profiles as a declining stock while GFF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
GFF is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
GFF generates stronger free cash flow (99M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFF scores higher overall (55/100 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.
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Carlisle Companies Incorporated is a diversified manufacturer of engineered products in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Griffon Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Griffon Corporation engages in the consumer and professional products, home and construction products, and defense electronics businesses primarily in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and China. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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