Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsWestinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$81.36
+1.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.06B
WAB
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
$248.32
+1.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $41.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp generates 1342% more annual revenue ($11.17B vs $774.30M). KEN leads profitability with a 63.8% profit margin vs 10.5%. WAB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
KEN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
WAB
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KEN.
Margin of Safety
-447.9%
Fair Value
$46.44
Current Price
$248.32
$201.88 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 95.6%
Operating margin of -1.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 3.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.8% and operating margin at -1.0%.
Bull Case : WAB
Revenue growth of 14.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : WAB
The primary concerns for WAB are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a mature stock while WAB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
WAB is growing revenue faster at 14.8% — sustainability is the question.
WAB generates stronger free cash flow (870M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAB scores higher overall (58/100 vs 44/100) and 14.8% revenue growth. 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Wabtec Corporation (derived from Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation) is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company (WABCO) and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999. It is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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