LB Foster Company (FSTR)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
FSTR
LB Foster Company
$41.42
-2.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $434.14M
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.53
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 1751% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $563.36M). OSK leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 2.0%. FSTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.35. FSTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
FSTR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-15.5%
Fair Value
$27.31
Current Price
$41.42
$14.11 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSTR
The strongest argument for FSTR centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 23.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FSTR
The primary concerns for FSTR are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSTR profiles as a growth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
FSTR is growing revenue faster at 23.9% — sustainability is the question.
FSTR generates stronger free cash flow (-13M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSTR scores higher overall (55/100 vs 49/100) and 23.9% revenue growth. 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.
LB Foster Company
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
LB Foster Company provides products and services for the rail industry and solutions to support critical infrastructure projects globally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →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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