Old Dominion Freight Line Inc (ODFL)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
ODFL
Old Dominion Freight Line Inc
$245.52
-0.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $51.11B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$118.07
+0.80%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $59.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 409% more annual revenue ($27.78B vs $5.46B). ODFL leads profitability with a 18.5% profit margin vs 8.9%. PCAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ODFL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PCAR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.2%
Fair Value
$137.89
Current Price
$245.52
$107.63 premium
Margin of Safety
-37.6%
Fair Value
$84.77
Current Price
$118.06
$33.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 2.9%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ODFL
The strongest argument for ODFL centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.5% and operating margin at 23.8%.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ODFL
The primary concerns for ODFL are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 51.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ODFL profiles as a declining stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ODFL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
ODFL is growing revenue faster at -2.9% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (825M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 46/100). 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.
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.
PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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