LB Foster Company (FSTR)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
FSTR
LB Foster Company
$41.42
-2.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $434.14M
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$118.07
+1.83%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $59.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 4831% more annual revenue ($27.78B vs $563.36M). PCAR leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 2.0%. FSTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.35. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FSTR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
PCAR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-15.5%
Fair Value
$27.31
Current Price
$41.42
$14.11 premium
Margin of Safety
-37.6%
Fair Value
$84.77
Current Price
$118.06
$33.30 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
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%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.9%
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 : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSTR profiles as a growth stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
FSTR is growing revenue faster at 23.9% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (825M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 55/100). 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.
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 →PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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