Lennox International Inc (LII)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$430.64
-20.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.93B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$142.82
-6.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 98% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $5.26B). LII leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 5.5%. LII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LII
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
OSK
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 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
Trading at 12.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LII
The strongest argument for LII centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a mature stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
LII is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
LII generates stronger free cash flow (-39M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (56/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins. 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.
Lennox International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Lennox International Inc. designs, manufactures and markets a range of products for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration markets in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Richardson, Texas.
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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