MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc (MSM)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
MSM
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
$115.51
-1.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.52B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$15.76
-2.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
QXO, Inc. generates 123% more annual revenue ($8.56B vs $3.83B). MSM leads profitability with a 5.4% profit margin vs -6.0%. QXO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. MSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
MSM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
QXO
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.8%
Fair Value
$94.27
Current Price
$115.51
$21.24 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QXO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 12716.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.9% revenue growth
5.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSM
The strongest argument for MSM centers on Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 12716.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MSM
The primary concerns for MSM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSM profiles as a value stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.20 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 12716.0% — sustainability is the question.
MSM generates stronger free cash flow (73M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSM scores higher overall (51/100 vs 50/100). 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.
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., distributes metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Melville, New York.
QXO, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
QXO, Inc. is a business application, technology, and consulting company in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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