Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsPentair PLC (PNR)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$145.85
-1.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.49B
PNR
Pentair PLC
$56.58
-0.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 164% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $4.01B). PNR leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs 5.2%. PNR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. PNR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
OSK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
PNR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Revenue declined 17.0%
Earnings declined 11.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PNR
The strongest argument for PNR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 23.4%. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PNR
The primary concerns for PNR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK profiles as a value stock while PNR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
PNR generates stronger free cash flow (553M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins. 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.
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.
Pentair PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Pentair plc (PNR) is an American water treatment company with its main U.S. office in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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