Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc (LECO)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
LECO
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc
$257.51
-0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.12B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$909.42
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 383% more annual revenue ($20.46B vs $4.23B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 12.3%. LECO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. LECO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LECO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.6x book value
Earnings declined 0.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LECO
The strongest argument for LECO centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
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 : LECO
The primary concerns for LECO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LECO profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LECO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — 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
LECO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100). 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.
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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