Hayward Holdings Inc (HAYW)vsnVent Electric PLC (NVT)
HAYW
Hayward Holdings Inc
$13.93
+0.43%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.01B
NVT
nVent Electric PLC
$127.01
+1.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
nVent Electric PLC generates 247% more annual revenue ($3.89B vs $1.12B). NVT leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 13.5%. NVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. NVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
HAYW
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
NVT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.2%
Fair Value
$30.84
Current Price
$13.93
$16.91 discount
Margin of Safety
+10.8%
Fair Value
$126.36
Current Price
$127.01
$0.65 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.0%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
Revenue surging 41.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAYW
The strongest argument for HAYW centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : NVT
The strongest argument for NVT centers on Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 16.2%. Revenue growth of 41.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HAYW
The primary concerns for HAYW are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NVT
The primary concerns for NVT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 46.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAYW profiles as a value stock while NVT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
NVT is growing revenue faster at 41.8% — sustainability is the question.
NVT generates stronger free cash flow (166M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAYW scores higher overall (67/100 vs 67/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Hayward Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Hayward Holdings, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of various pool equipment and associated automation systems. The company is headquartered in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.
nVent Electric PLC
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
nVent Electric plc designs, manufactures, markets, installs and services electrical connection and protection products in the United States, Canada, Western and Eastern Europe included in the European Union, China, Eastern Europe not included in the European Union, America Latin, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia and Japan. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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