Generac Holdings Inc (GNRC)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
GNRC
Generac Holdings Inc
$261.54
-5.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.44B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.53
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 141% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $4.33B). OSK leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 4.4%. GNRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. GNRC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
GNRC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 69.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
4.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GNRC
The strongest argument for GNRC centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.09 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 : GNRC
The primary concerns for GNRC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 82.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.4% 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
GNRC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.91 — expect wider price swings.
GNRC is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
GNRC generates stronger free cash flow (90M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GNRC scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100) and 12.4% 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.
Generac Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Generac Holdings Inc., commonly referred to as Generac, is a Fortune 1000 American manufacturer of backup power generation products for residential, light commercial and industrial markets.
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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