Granite Construction Incorporated (GVA)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
GVA
Granite Construction Incorporated
$141.35
-0.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.15B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.53
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 125% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $4.64B). OSK leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 4.0%. GVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.16. GVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
GVA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 25.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
4.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GVA
The strongest argument for GVA centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.16 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 : GVA
The primary concerns for GVA are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% 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
GVA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GVA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
GVA is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
GVA generates stronger free cash flow (-57M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GVA scores higher overall (64/100 vs 49/100) and 30.4% 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.
Granite Construction Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Granite Construction Incorporated is an infrastructure contractor and producer of building materials in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watsonville, California.
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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