Hurco Companies Inc (HURC)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
HURC
Hurco Companies Inc
$14.99
+2.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $95.12M
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$921.56
-0.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $116.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 11591% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $175.01M). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs -8.2%. HURC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. HURC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
HURC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HURC.
Margin of Safety
-435.1%
Fair Value
$186.12
Current Price
$921.56
$735.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 68.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HURC
The strongest argument for HURC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.51 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bear Case : HURC
The primary concerns for HURC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HURC profiles as a turnaround stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HURC scores higher overall (55/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Hurco Companies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Hurco Companies, Inc., an industrial technology company, designs, manufactures and sells computerized machine tools to companies in the metal cutting industry worldwide. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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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