nVent Electric PLC (NVT)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
NVT
nVent Electric PLC
$116.98
-1.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.31B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$289.16
-3.79%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
nVent Electric PLC generates 23% more annual revenue ($3.89B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 18.2%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. NVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
NVT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.8%
Fair Value
$126.36
Current Price
$116.98
$9.38 discount
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$289.16
$215.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 41.8% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVT
The strongest argument for NVT centers on Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 16.2%. Revenue growth of 41.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NVT
The primary concerns for NVT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 46.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVT profiles as a growth stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
NVT is growing revenue faster at 41.8% — sustainability is the question.
NVT generates stronger free cash flow (166M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins and 41.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
nVent Electric PLC
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
nVent Electric plc designs, manufactures, markets, installs and services electrical connection and protection products in the United States, Canada, Western and Eastern Europe included in the European Union, China, Eastern Europe not included in the European Union, America Latin, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia and Japan. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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