Carlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
CSL
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
$373.96
+5.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.45B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$18.53
-0.54%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WPP PLC ADR generates 172% more annual revenue ($13.55B vs $4.98B). CSL leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs -1.6%. CSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.14. CSL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CSL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WPP
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CSL.
Margin of Safety
+75.7%
Fair Value
$75.34
Current Price
$18.53
$56.81 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.0%
Earnings declined 3.2%
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSL
The strongest argument for CSL centers on Return on Equity. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CSL
The primary concerns for CSL are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSL profiles as a declining stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CSL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
CSL is growing revenue faster at -4.0% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSL scores higher overall (54/100 vs 32/100). WPP offers better value entry with a 75.7% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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.
WPP PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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