Hubbell Inc (HUBB)vsPowell Industries Inc (POWL)
HUBB
Hubbell Inc
$476.82
-1.74%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $25.20B
POWL
Powell Industries Inc
$284.87
-5.06%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hubbell Inc generates 430% more annual revenue ($6.00B vs $1.13B). POWL leads profitability with a 16.5% profit margin vs 15.1%. HUBB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.31. HUBB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
HUBB
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
POWL
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 1.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUBB
The strongest argument for HUBB centers on Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 17.7%. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : POWL
The strongest argument for POWL centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 19.4%.
Bear Case : HUBB
The primary concerns for HUBB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : POWL
The primary concerns for POWL are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
POWL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
HUBB is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
POWL generates stronger free cash flow (49M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HUBB scores higher overall (62/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 11.1% 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.
Hubbell Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Hubbell Incorporated designs, manufactures, and sells electrical and electronic products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut.
Powell Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Powell Industries, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and services custom-designed equipment and systems for the distribution, control, and monitoring of electrical power. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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