nVent Electric PLC (NVT)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
NVT
nVent Electric PLC
$116.98
-1.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.31B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$243.35
-1.92%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
nVent Electric PLC generates 27% more annual revenue ($3.89B vs $3.07B). NVT leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 16.1%. NVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. NVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
NVT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WST
Buy55
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
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$243.35
$174.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 41.8% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
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 : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVT profiles as a growth stock while WST 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.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (175M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 55/100), 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.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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