Ingersoll Rand Inc (IR)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
IR
Ingersoll Rand Inc
$75.75
-2.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $30.33B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$878.83
-0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 170% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $7.78B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 7.5%. IR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. IR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
IR
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IR
The strongest argument for IR centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.72 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 : IR
The primary concerns for IR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 52.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IR profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — 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
IR scores higher overall (60/100 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.
Ingersoll Rand Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Ingersoll Rand Inc., founded in 1859, is an American worldwide provider of industrial equipment, technologies and related parts and services to a broad and diverse customer base through a family of brands.
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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