IES Holdings Inc (IESC)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
IESC
IES Holdings Inc
$720.72
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.94B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.53
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 187% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $3.63B). IESC leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 5.5%. OSK trades at a lower P/E of 15.0x. IESC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
IESC
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 55.4% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.8% revenue growth
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.4x book value
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IESC
The strongest argument for IESC centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : IESC
The primary concerns for IESC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IESC profiles as a growth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IESC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
IESC is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
IESC generates stronger free cash flow (102M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IESC scores higher overall (58/100 vs 49/100) and 16.8% 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.
IES Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
IES Holdings, Inc. designs and installs integrated electrical and technology systems and provides infrastructure products and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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