Kimball Electronics (KE)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
KE
Kimball Electronics
$25.95
-2.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $608.44M
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.53
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 624% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $1.44B). OSK leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 1.8%. KE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.28. KE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
KE
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-51.5%
Fair Value
$16.06
Current Price
$25.95
$9.89 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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%
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KE
The strongest argument for KE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.28 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 : 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 : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 0.2% — sustainability is the question.
KE generates stronger free cash flow (460,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KE scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). 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.
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 →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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