Hayward Holdings Inc (HAYW)vsnVent Electric PLC (NVT)
HAYW
Hayward Holdings Inc
$13.11
+1.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.82B
NVT
nVent Electric PLC
$162.38
+4.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
nVent Electric PLC generates 314% more annual revenue ($4.83B vs $1.17B). HAYW leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 12.4%. NVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. NVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
HAYW
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
NVT
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Revenue surging 52.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 98.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAYW
The strongest argument for HAYW centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NVT
The strongest argument for NVT centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 52.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HAYW
The primary concerns for HAYW are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NVT
The primary concerns for NVT are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.2x 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 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
NVT is growing revenue faster at 52.8% — sustainability is the question.
HAYW generates stronger free cash flow (312M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVT scores higher overall (71/100 vs 65/100) and 52.8% revenue growth. 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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