Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsGraham Corporation (GHM)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$152.19
+2.57%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.24B
GHM
Graham Corporation
$87.90
+2.82%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $979.92M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 7036% more annual revenue ($18.64B vs $261.15M). EMR leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 4.5%. EMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EMR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
GHM
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EMR.
Margin of Safety
-49.1%
Fair Value
$59.21
Current Price
$87.90
$28.69 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 28.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
4.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : GHM
The strongest argument for GHM centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : GHM
The primary concerns for GHM are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 81.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR profiles as a value stock while GHM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
GHM is growing revenue faster at 28.6% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (61/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "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.
Emerson Electric Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Emerson Electric Co. is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Ferguson, Missouri. The Fortune 500 company manufactures products and provides engineering services for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.
Graham Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Graham Corporation designs, manufactures and supplies vacuum and heat transfer equipment for the chemical, defense, petrochemical, oil refining, power generation / alternative energy and other industries. The company is headquartered in Batavia, New York.
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