Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsLincoln Electric Holdings Inc (LECO)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$140.44
+2.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.93B
LECO
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc
$257.51
-0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 330% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $4.23B). EMR leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs 12.3%. LECO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. LECO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
EMR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
LECO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.6x book value
Earnings declined 0.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : LECO
The strongest argument for LECO centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : LECO
The primary concerns for LECO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LECO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
LECO is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — 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
LECO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100). 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.
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.
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and sells welding, cutting and brazing products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
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