Knightscope Inc (KSCP)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
KSCP
Knightscope Inc
$3.14
+2.61%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $52.10M
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$947.50
-1.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 180412% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $11.34M). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs -298.3%. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
KSCP
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-11.9%
Fair Value
$3.18
Current Price
$3.14
$0.04 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -155.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KSCP
The strongest argument for KSCP centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bear Case : KSCP
The primary concerns for KSCP are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KSCP profiles as a turnaround stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KSCP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (768M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (54/100 vs 21/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Knightscope Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Knightscope, Inc. designs, develops, builds, deploys and supports physical security technologies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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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