Enpro Industries (NPO)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
NPO
Enpro Industries
$312.14
-1.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.07B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$882.34
+1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $105.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 1689% more annual revenue ($20.99B vs $1.17B). PH leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 3.7%. NPO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.44. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
NPO
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
PH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NPO
Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : NPO
The primary concerns for NPO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 164.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NPO profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NPO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
NPO is growing revenue faster at 10.9% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (55/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins and 10.6% revenue growth. 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.
Enpro Industries
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
EnPro Industries, Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, manufacture, marketing and service of engineered industrial products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Visit Website →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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