Carlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL)vsLimbach Holdings Inc (LMB)
CSL
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
$335.24
+1.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.56B
LMB
Limbach Holdings Inc
$50.50
+4.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $590.88M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carlisle Companies Incorporated generates 645% more annual revenue ($5.10B vs $683.77M). CSL leads profitability with a 14.2% profit margin vs 4.4%. CSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. CSL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CSL
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
LMB
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSL
The strongest argument for CSL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LMB
The strongest argument for LMB centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CSL
The primary concerns for CSL are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LMB
The primary concerns for LMB are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSL profiles as a value stock while LMB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
LMB is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
CSL generates stronger free cash flow (200M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSL scores higher overall (66/100 vs 53/100). 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.
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.
Limbach Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Limbach Holdings, Inc. is an integrated building systems solutions company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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