Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsMSA Safety (MSA)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$140.44
+2.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.93B
MSA
MSA Safety
$166.39
+1.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 870% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $1.87B). MSA leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 12.7%. MSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. MSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
EMR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
MSA
Buy60
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%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
2.2% revenue growth
Earnings declined 0.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : MSA
The strongest argument for MSA centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 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 : MSA
The primary concerns for MSA are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
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
MSA scores higher overall (60/100 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.
MSA Safety
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
MSA Safety Incorporated develops, manufactures, and supplies safety products that protect people and facility infrastructure in the oil, gas, petrochemical, fire, construction, industrial manufacturing, utility, military, and mining industries in America. North, Latin America and internationally. . The company is headquartered in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania.
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