Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsPentair PLC (PNR)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$142.05
+2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $79.55B
PNR
Pentair PLC
$73.15
+0.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 336% more annual revenue ($18.32B vs $4.20B). PNR leads profitability with a 16.0% profit margin vs 13.4%. PNR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. PNR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EMR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
PNR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.9% revenue growth
2.6% revenue growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PNR
The strongest argument for PNR centers on Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.0% and operating margin at 22.7%. PEG of 1.10 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 : PNR
The primary concerns for PNR are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
EMR is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (694M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PNR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 16.0% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Pentair PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Pentair plc (PNR) is an American water treatment company with its main U.S. office in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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