Old Dominion Freight Line Inc (ODFL)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
ODFL
Old Dominion Freight Line Inc
$179.79
-0.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $38.89B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$145.85
-1.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 89% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $5.60B). ODFL leads profitability with a 19.4% profit margin vs 5.2%. ODFL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.32. ODFL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ODFL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
OSK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-27.0%
Fair Value
$143.29
Current Price
$179.79
$36.50 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.8%
Earnings expanding 32.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.2x book value
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ODFL
The strongest argument for ODFL centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.4% and operating margin at 28.8%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ODFL
The primary concerns for ODFL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ODFL profiles as a mature stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
ODFL is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ODFL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 19.4% margins and 10.4% 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.
Old Dominion Freight Line Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an American less than truckload shipping (LTL) company. It offers regional, inter-regional and national LTL service. In addition to its core LTL services, the company offers logistics services including ground and air expedited transportation, supply chain consulting, transportation management, truckload brokerage, container delivery and warehousing, as well as household moving services.
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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