Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsKnight Transportation Inc (KNX)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$140.44
+2.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.93B
KNX
Knight Transportation Inc
$63.36
-3.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 143% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $7.50B). EMR leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs 0.5%. KNX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
EMR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
KNX
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EMR.
Margin of Safety
+60.6%
Fair Value
$152.91
Current Price
$63.36
$89.55 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
1.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : KNX
The strongest argument for KNX centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : KNX
The primary concerns for KNX are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 301.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
EMR is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (602M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (51/100 vs 50/100). KNX offers better value entry with a 60.6% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Knight Transportation Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc., provides truck cargo transportation services in the United States, Mexico and Canada. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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