Hurco Companies Inc (HURC)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
HURC
Hurco Companies Inc
$22.25
+2.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $136.20M
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$911.92
+1.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $121.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 11633% more annual revenue ($21.50B vs $183.24M). PH leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs -3.6%. HURC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
HURC
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
PH
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.9%
Fair Value
$23.83
Current Price
$22.25
$1.58 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%.
Bear Case : HURC
The primary concerns for HURC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, 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 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (60/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. HURC offers better value entry with a 25.9% margin of safety. 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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