Insteel Industries Inc (IIIN)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
IIIN
Insteel Industries Inc
$29.48
+1.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $580.75M
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$132.75
+1.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 1399% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $707.68M). OSK leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs 5.1%. IIIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. IIIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
IIIN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.9%
Fair Value
$30.98
Current Price
$29.48
$1.50 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.1% margin — thin
Earnings declined 40.9%
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IIIN
The strongest argument for IIIN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : IIIN
The primary concerns for IIIN are Market Cap, Profit Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
IIIN is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor METAL FABRICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IIIN scores higher overall (57/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Insteel Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Insteel Industries, Inc., manufactures and markets steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. The company is headquartered in Mount Airy, North Carolina.
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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