WW Grainger Inc (GWW)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
GWW
WW Grainger Inc
$1,300.01
+0.83%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $59.88B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$882.34
+1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $105.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 14% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $18.38B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 9.7%. GWW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.95. GWW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
GWW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GWW
The strongest argument for GWW centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GWW
The primary concerns for GWW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GWW profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GWW scores higher overall (62/100 vs 55/100) and 10.1% revenue growth. 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.
WW Grainger Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
W. W. Grainger, Inc. is an American Fortune 500 industrial supply company founded in 1927 in Chicago by William W. (Bill) Grainger.
Visit Website →Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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