Kennametal Inc (KMT)vsRBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)
KMT
Kennametal Inc
$29.94
+1.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.26B
RBC
RBC Bearings Incorporated
$500.26
+0.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kennametal Inc generates 21% more annual revenue ($2.36B vs $1.95B). RBC leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 14.5%. KMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. KMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 88/100 (A).
KMT
Exceptional Buy88
out of 100
Grade: A
RBC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.4%
Fair Value
$32.62
Current Price
$29.94
$2.68 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RBC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.2%
Revenue surging 42.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 929.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 27.2%
19.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 47.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMT
The strongest argument for KMT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 42.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RBC
The strongest argument for RBC centers on Debt/Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 27.2%. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KMT
The primary concerns for KMT are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RBC
The primary concerns for RBC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 48.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RBC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
KMT is growing revenue faster at 42.6% — sustainability is the question.
RBC generates stronger free cash flow (147M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TOOLS & ACCESSORIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KMT scores higher overall (88/100 vs 63/100) and 42.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Kennametal Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Kennametal Inc. develops and applies tungsten carbides, ceramics and super hard materials and solutions for use in extreme wear and metal cutting applications to enable customers to work against corrosion and high temperature conditions around the world. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →RBC Bearings Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Regal Beloit Corporation designs, manufactures and sells electric motors, electric motion controls, and power generation and transmission products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin.
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