StealthGas Inc (GASS)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
GASS
StealthGas Inc
$8.76
-1.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $328.35M
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$133.76
-0.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $69.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 15867% more annual revenue ($27.78B vs $173.98M). GASS leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 8.9%. GASS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. GASS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
GASS
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GASS.
Margin of Safety
-62.2%
Fair Value
$85.20
Current Price
$133.76
$48.56 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
1.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GASS
The strongest argument for GASS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.9% and operating margin at 27.1%. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GASS
The primary concerns for GASS are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PCAR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
GASS is growing revenue faster at 1.9% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor MARINE SHIPPING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GASS scores higher overall (68/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 35.9% 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.
StealthGas Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
StealthGas Inc., provides maritime transportation services to producers and users of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) internationally. The company is headquartered in Athens, Greece.
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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