Kimball Electronics (KE)vsnVent Electric PLC (NVT)
KE
Kimball Electronics
$26.40
-1.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $597.86M
NVT
nVent Electric PLC
$163.30
+0.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
nVent Electric PLC generates 236% more annual revenue ($4.83B vs $1.44B). NVT leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 1.8%. KE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. NVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
KE
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NVT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-51.1%
Fair Value
$16.10
Current Price
$26.40
$10.30 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NVT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 53.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 52.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 98.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KE
The strongest argument for KE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NVT
The strongest argument for NVT centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 52.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KE
The primary concerns for KE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NVT
The primary concerns for NVT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KE profiles as a value stock while NVT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
NVT is growing revenue faster at 52.8% — sustainability is the question.
NVT generates stronger free cash flow (49M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVT scores higher overall (69/100 vs 56/100) and 52.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Kimball Electronics
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Kimball Electronics, Inc. provides electronic contract manufacturing services and diversified manufacturing services to clients in the automotive, medical, industrial and public safety end markets. The company is headquartered in Jasper, Indiana.
Visit Website →nVent Electric PLC
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
nVent Electric plc designs, manufactures, markets, installs and services electrical connection and protection products in the United States, Canada, Western and Eastern Europe included in the European Union, China, Eastern Europe not included in the European Union, America Latin, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia and Japan. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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