Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$145.85
-1.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.49B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$989.12
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $61.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Rentals Inc generates 59% more annual revenue ($16.83B vs $10.61B). URI leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 5.2%. URI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
OSK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
URI
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.0%
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 26.0%. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : URI
The primary concerns for URI are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK profiles as a value stock while URI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
URI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
URI is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
URI scores higher overall (72/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.8% 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.
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.
United Rentals Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019.
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