Insteel Industries Inc (IIIN)vsTerex Corporation (TEX)
IIIN
Insteel Industries Inc
$30.53
+0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $565.31M
TEX
Terex Corporation
$74.58
-3.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Terex Corporation generates 759% more annual revenue ($5.93B vs $689.91M). IIIN leads profitability with a 6.2% profit margin vs 1.9%. IIIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. IIIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
IIIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TEX
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$30.23
Current Price
$30.53
$0.30 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEX.
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
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Earnings declined 48.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IIIN
The strongest argument for IIIN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TEX
The strongest argument for TEX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IIIN
The primary concerns for IIIN are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : TEX
The primary concerns for TEX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IIIN profiles as a value stock while TEX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
TEX is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
IIIN generates stronger free cash flow (671,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IIIN scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100). 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.
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 →Terex Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Terex Corporation manufactures and sells aerial work platforms and materials processing machinery worldwide. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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