Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsMiddleby Corp (MIDD)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$142.05
-0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $82.07B
MIDD
Middleby Corp
$154.93
-0.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 453% more annual revenue ($18.32B vs $3.31B). EMR leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs -12.7%. MIDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
EMR
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
MIDD
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EMR.
Margin of Safety
+49.3%
Fair Value
$323.35
Current Price
$154.93
$168.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.2%
Earnings expanding 27.9% YoY
15.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.9% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 64.2%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : MIDD
The strongest argument for MIDD centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MIDD
The primary concerns for MIDD are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR profiles as a value stock while MIDD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MIDD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
MIDD is growing revenue faster at 15.0% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (694M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (57/100 vs 48/100). MIDD offers better value entry with a 49.3% margin of safety. 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.
Middleby Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Middleby Corporation designs, manufactures, markets, distributes and services a variety of residential kitchen, food processing and foodservice equipment in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.
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