Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsKratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$140.44
+2.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.93B
KTOS
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
$63.05
+5.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 1250% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $1.35B). EMR leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs 1.6%. EMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
EMR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
KTOS
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : KTOS
The strongest argument for KTOS centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : KTOS
The primary concerns for KTOS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 458.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR profiles as a value stock while KTOS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
KTOS is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (602M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (51/100 vs 39/100). 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.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a government contractor for the US Department of Defense. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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