Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
CW
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
$463.64
+6.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.64B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$136.75
-4.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 190% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $3.65B). CW leads profitability with a 14.8% profit margin vs 5.2%. CW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. CW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CW
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 27.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CW
The strongest argument for CW centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CW
The primary concerns for CW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CW scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Curtiss-Wright Corporation designs, manufactures and repairs precision components and engineering products and services primarily for the aerospace, defense, general industrial and power generation markets worldwide.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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