Middleby Corp (MIDD)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
MIDD
Middleby Corp
$158.23
+11.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.47B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$153.06
-2.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 226% more annual revenue ($10.42B vs $3.20B). OSK leads profitability with a 6.2% profit margin vs -8.7%. MIDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. OSK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
MIDD
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
OSK
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.5%
Fair Value
$331.24
Current Price
$158.23
$173.01 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.0%
Fair Value
$260.30
Current Price
$153.06
$107.24 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 14.5%
Earnings declined 64.2%
Currently unprofitable
3.5% revenue growth
6.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MIDD
The strongest argument for MIDD centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MIDD
The primary concerns for MIDD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MIDD profiles as a turnaround stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MIDD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 3.5% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (526M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OSK scores higher overall (48/100 vs 45/100). MIDD offers better value entry with a 50.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Middleby Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Middleby Corporation designs, manufactures, markets, distributes and services a variety of residential kitchen, food processing and foodservice equipment in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.
Visit Website →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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