Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc (LECO)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
LECO
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc
$277.64
+3.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.24B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$156.72
+5.63%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 137% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $4.48B). LECO leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 5.2%. LECO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. LECO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
LECO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
OSK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.1x book value
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LECO
The strongest argument for LECO centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : LECO
The primary concerns for LECO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
LECO is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
LECO generates stronger free cash flow (63M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LECO scores higher overall (64/100 vs 52/100) and 12.0% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and sells welding, cutting and brazing products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
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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