Mueller Industries Inc (MLI)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
MLI
Mueller Industries Inc
$65.40
-1.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.07B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$142.82
-6.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 139% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $4.37B). MLI leads profitability with a 19.4% profit margin vs 5.5%. MLI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.41. MLI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
MLI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
OSK
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 55.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MLI
The strongest argument for MLI centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.4% and operating margin at 23.0%. Revenue growth of 19.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MLI
The primary concerns for MLI are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MLI profiles as a growth 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.
MLI is growing revenue faster at 19.3% — sustainability is the question.
MLI generates stronger free cash flow (-102M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MLI scores higher overall (71/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 19.4% margins and 19.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Mueller Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Mueller Industries, Inc. manufactures and sells copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, the Middle East, China, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Collierville, Tennessee.
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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