CoreCivic Inc (CXW)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
CXW
CoreCivic Inc
$23.21
+0.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.68B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$139.50
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 346% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $2.34B). OSK leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 5.5%. CXW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. CXW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CXW
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.3%
Fair Value
$33.79
Current Price
$23.21
$10.58 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 65.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CXW
The strongest argument for CXW centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CXW
The primary concerns for CXW are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CXW profiles as a growth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
CXW is growing revenue faster at 25.8% — sustainability is the question.
CXW generates stronger free cash flow (-9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CXW scores higher overall (70/100 vs 49/100) and 25.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
CoreCivic Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
CoreCivic, Inc. owns and operates partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee.
Visit Website →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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