Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.32
-1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.84B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$878.83
-0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 167% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $7.87B). MCO leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 16.6%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.04. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MCO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 71 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MCO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins. 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.
Moodys Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Moody's Corporation, often referred to as Moody's, is an American business and financial services company. It is the holding company for Moody's Investors Service (MIS), an American credit rating agency, and Moody's Analytics (MA), an American provider of financial analysis software and services.
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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