Espey Mfg & Electronics Corp (ESP)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
ESP
Espey Mfg & Electronics Corp
$70.89
+6.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $209.49M
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$147.37
-1.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 25241% more annual revenue ($10.42B vs $41.13M). ESP leads profitability with a 23.4% profit margin vs 6.2%. OSK trades at a lower P/E of 14.7x. ESP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
ESP
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
OSK
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.3%
Fair Value
$35.74
Current Price
$70.89
$35.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+32.8%
Fair Value
$259.60
Current Price
$147.37
$112.23 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 25.3%
Earnings expanding 39.4% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 10.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
3.5% revenue growth
6.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESP
The strongest argument for ESP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.4% and operating margin at 25.3%.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ESP
The primary concerns for ESP are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESP profiles as a declining stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 3.5% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (526M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ESP scores higher overall (50/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 23.4% margins. OSK offers better value entry with a 32.8% 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.
Espey Mfg & Electronics Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Espey Mfg. The company is headquartered in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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