Insteel Industries Inc (IIIN)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
IIIN
Insteel Industries Inc
$27.00
+0.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $524.12M
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$874.36
-0.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 2942% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $689.91M). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 6.2%. IIIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. IIIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
IIIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.4%
Fair Value
$43.39
Current Price
$27.00
$16.39 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Earnings declined 48.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IIIN
The strongest argument for IIIN centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.27 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 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IIIN
The primary concerns for IIIN are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IIIN profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IIIN scores higher overall (56/100 vs 55/100). 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 →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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